It is any kind of behavior that makes a person fear for their safety, sanity or life. Domestic violence may consist of threats, punches or sexual force. The abuse can range from verbal harassment to stabbing and shooting.
Domestic violence is a serious matter.
It HAS often ended in death or permanent physical injury. Every 15 seconds a woman is severely beaten in the United States. Women of every age, from every income level, from various backgrounds and all racial and ethnic groups experience domestic violence. Some are married, some unmarried. Victims of battering are often stripped of emotional resources and feelings of self worth.