“New” Form Of Domestic Abuse: Forced Pregnancy To Trap Or Control

By Piper Weiss
A different kind of domestic violence has been identified: pressuring a woman to have a child against her will. It’s called “reproductive coercion” and according to a survey released this week, it’s fairly common among victims of abuse.
One in four women who called the The National Domestic Violence Hotline said they were [...]

Police Introduce Tool To Fight Domestic Violence

Officers Say Survey Can Help Victims Understand Extent Of Abuse
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Police announced Friday they have a new tool when it comes to fighting domestic violence.
In a press conference, officers announced that now, when they go to a domestic violence call, they will ask the victim 11 questions on a survey.
Some examples [...]

Is There A Correlation Between Money and Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence occurs among all races, ethnic groups, ages and income levels. Statistics provided by the Domestic Violence Resource Center, show that one in four women (25%) has experienced domestic violence in her lifetime and between 960,000 to 3 million incidents of domestic violence against women occur per year. This is not to say that [...]

Suggestions for Leaving an Abusive Partner by One Who’s Been There

Suggestions for Leaving an Abusive Partner by One Who’s Been There
Though I am not a doctor, my advice comes from a combination of personal experience and therapy given to me by professionals. Leaving someone controlling and/or abusive can be (and usually is) a dangerous situation, so more than anything, my wish to you is to [...]

Internet & Computer Safety For Victims Of Domestic Abuse

If you are in danger, please try to use a safe computer that someone abusive does not have direct or remote (hacking) access to.
* If you think your activities are being monitored, they probably are. Abusive people are often controlling and want to know your every move. You don’t need to [...]

Domestic Violence Murders Show Patterns

Two women this week have allegedly been killed by an intimate partner. Domestic violence experts weigh in on early signs and how it can go undetected.
Violence almost always escalates. It’s a rule that domestic violence experts say applies to this week’s brutal female murders. The accused killers of both Joyce Mann and Yeardley Love are [...]

Campuses Concerned About Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is not unknown in teenage and young adult relationships and not a rarity on college campuses, experts said.
The concern comes after police said a University of Virginia lacrosse player from Maryland was killed by a one-time boyfriend during what appears to be a domestic violence incident.
Authorities said 22-year-old George Huguely of Chevy Chase, [...]

Domestic Abuse And You – What To Do

Physical Abuse is a surefire sign that your marriage will, and should be, coming to an end. If you’re being physically abused inside the bonds of a marriage gone bad you must take action immediately. That’s even more emphasized if your child is the victim on abuse. This can have longstanding detrimental effects on the [...]

Security for Domestic Violence Victims

If you or someone you love is the victim of domestic violence, you understand fear and terror. The typical victim stays with an abuser for a variety of reasons that are unique to the relationship. However, the most dangerous time for a victim is when she (or he) decides to leave the abuser. If you [...]

After Domestic Violence: Know Your Rights and Resources

Unfortunately, domestic violence happens every day in the United States. It’s a heinous crime that for some men and women may become a significant part of their life. In fact, according to a report sponsored by the National Institute of Justice and the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, one in four women will experience [...]

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