Domestic Violence is...

Abuse that is a pattern of behavior in which physical violence and/or emotional coercion is/are used to gain and maintain power or control in a relationship. Abuse may be continuous, or it may be a single incident of assault. Abuse may be physical, sexual, or emotional. It can include threats, the destruction of property, and/or stalking/harassing behavior.
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Who's Affected?

  • Women (mostly)
  • Men
  • Children
  • Teens
  • Gays
  • Lesbians
  • Parents.......
  • It could happen to ANYONE