Between 4 million and 8 million women are battered each year by their significant other. 98 percent of the victims are women.
Domestic violence occurs among all races, ages, religious, and socio-economic groups.
Patterns of Abusive Behavior Read the following list of questions. If you answer yes to some of them, you are probably in a relationship that involves domestic violence. Physical Abuse Everyone argues or fights with their partner or spouse now and then. For someone involved in a relationship fraught with domestic violence, it is wise to have a safety plan. Work out a safety signal with a neighbor or friend who will call the police if you need them to do so.