Domestic Violence – A Closer Look

It is no secret that domestic violence is prevalent in every corner of the earth today. Many have been under the impression that domestic violence refers to violence that is inflicted by a man on a women when living together, this is not true. Domestic violence in context refers to not only spousal abuse but child abuse, intimate partner violence and abusive behavior in family, friends and cohabitation. Domestic violence may be inflicted on women by men and even vice versa. The issue of domestic violence against men only gained significance in the late 1970’s whilst even today most people are unaware of this situation.

Statistics taken from the American Constitute of Domestic Violence nevertheless, show that 85-95 percent of all domestic violence dupes are feminine whilst 5.3 million women are abused each year.  Interestingly enough when examining the near number of workplace wildness that pass in the US every year, 18,700 are involved by an intimate partner from 1.7 million incidents and homicide is the running cause of death for women in workplaces.

There are numerous means that can define domestic violence. It is an act in which victims undergo physical, sexual or emotional abuse. The person who takes the upper hand usually portrays dominating qualities and intimidates the victims. They also neglect and deprive the victims of financial welfare let alone emotional support. Substance ause and alcohol as well as mental illnesses have been shown as the major causes of domestic violence.

Trapped in a snare of deceit, many victims believe that they are the cause of the abuse. They also feel entitled to stay in the relationship because they are foolishly under the impression that the offender ‘can change’. Abusive people require severe therapy and counseling in order to get to the bottom of their actions. The sad truth is that even though many strive to run away from domestic violence it isn’t always a plausible solution. One can also find themselves in a fatal situation if caught. Therefore many tend to seek protection through law. And unfortunately in America a restraining order must be violated for the police to act. This means that she or he must yet again undergo abuse in order to be protected. Unfortunately this attack may be fatal as the perpetrator is aware that you have gone against them.

It is important to remember that all hope is not lost. One can always remain anonymous at a domestic violence shelter and seek help. If you decide to give another chance to the abuser, you should also have a plan B in which you plan quick escape strategies. It is also important to closely observe the abuser and take necesary precautions because prevention is always better than cure. There is always an out in an oppressive situation if one knows what to do and where to look. Secrecy is an essential key to escape domestic violence.