The document discusses domestic violence, including warning signs like physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse, the effects it has on victims such as controlling their surroundings and using children against them, and resources available to victims like shelters. It encourages readers to recognize warning signs, learn about the effects of domestic violence, and be aware of resources to help end domestic violence.
3. Effects of Domestic Violence
Why does a woman stay in an abusive relationship?
PHYSICAL - hitting, shoving,
EMOTIONAL/VERBAL – name calling, using the children, controls
surroundings
SEXUAL – unwanted sexual advances and forced contact
