You can learn more by just Clicking Here . HELP Domestic violence is the best-kept secret and the most under reported crime in America. Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women. It's also the single leading cause of homicide of women. Forty percent of women homicide victims were killed by their male partners or husbands.
Abuse is a learned behavior.
Many men batter because they were abused themselves as children or witnessed domestic violence in their home. Many abused women also feel that they somehow deserve the abuse they're receiving. If you answered yes to any of these questions, you could be in a cycle of abuse. This organization can give you the locations of shelters and organizations in your area that can help. Your local law enforcement agency can also refer you to a local shelter or organization.