Before the 1980's, family violence and sexual abuse cases were rarely reported to the authorities. Even today, a large number of victims never report these incidents to the authorities. We never seem to notice family violence until it is reported on the evening news. People in all neighborhoods are abused and the bruises are never questioned. Yet, an average of three lives a day are claimed by family violence.
Domestic violence is a truth in society that affects all people.
You probably know of someone who is experiencing or has experienced abuse. Pocketbooks are affected by the dollars spent on providing health care to these victims. Ninety percent of prison inmates were abused or witnessed family violence as children. With this in mind, it is necessary to address the issue of domestic violence and clarify some of the myths and misconceptions that are common. Every 15 seconds, someone is battered.