Learning more about Intimate Partner Violence

The United States Department of Justice defines domestic violence as “a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain control over another intimate partner” (source below).

"And while every relationship is different, domestic violence typically involves an unequal power dynamic in which one partner tries to assert control over the other in a variety of ways.

Insults, threats, emotional abuse, and sexual coercion all constitute domestic violence. Some perpetrators may use children, pets, or other family members as emotional leverage to get their victim to do what they want. Victims of domestic violence experience diminished self-worth, anxiety, depression, and a general sense of helplessness that can take time and often professional help to overcome" (source below).

 

Source:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/domestic-violence

 

https://www.thehotline.org/

 

  • Text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained Crisis Counselor through Crisis Text Line, a global not-for-profit organization. Free, 24/7, confidential.
  • Text BEGIN to 88788

 

Call: 800-799-7233

  1. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline. Support, resources and advice for your safety

    • 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

According to the Office on Violence Against Women, the term “sexual assault” means any nonconsensual sexual act proscribed by Federal, tribal, or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent.xix  State laws vary in the definitions used for sexual assault. 

 

 

 

 

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