Domestic violence occurs in all ages, races, genders and social classes.
The violence takes many forms and can happen all the time or once in a while. Get medical attention if you have been physically injured. Shelters Domestic violence shelters can provide safe, short-term housing, information, and assistance in considering all the options available to victims. They can also help break down the isolation victims have experienced in their abusive relationships and provide support from others who have been through similar experiences. The battered mother may be suffering from physical and psychological injuries to the point that she cannot meet the needs of her children appropriately.