Studies show that children who witness one parent being abused by another generally suffer poor health, low self-esteem, poor impulse control, sleeping difficulties, and feelings of powerlessness. They are at high risk for alcohol and drug use, sexual acting out, running away from home, isolation, loneliness, fear and suicide. Giving up the drinking is not enough to stop the violence. The violence is his choice. Batterers need to understand that their behavior is unacceptable and take responsibility for their own behavior.
Help is out there if they want it.
They can call A Safe Place at 228-2111 for more information. You are stronger than he's made you believe you are. You are somebody special. People will believe you. You can get help.