Her husband or partner may not always be abusive and may show remorse at his violent behavior, promising that he will change. A woman may be financially dependent on her husband. A battered woman frequently faces the most physical danger when she attempts to leave. She may be threatened with violence or attacked if she tries to flee. She fears for her safety,her children's safety, and the safety of those who help her.
Domestic violence occurs among all races, ages, and religions.
It happens to people of all educational and income levels. Researchers estimate that 3 to 4 million women are beaten in their homes each year by their husbands or partners. A battering incident is rarely an isolated occurrence. It usually recurs frequently and escalates over time. Attacks by husbands on wives result in more injuries that require medical treatment than rape, auto accidents, and muggings combined .