Men who abuse their partners rarely assault their bosses or others outside the house. The implication that it is okay to take out your frustrations in certain situations but not others. This is clearly a decision made by the individual. MYTH - Domestic violence is really more of a problem with poor and uneducated people and minorities. People from every race, ethnic group, educational level, geographic region, rich or poor, able-bodied or not, are all capable of inflicting abuse on their family.
Domestic violence is an equal opportunity crime.
I'd never punch a woman. However, holding her down, preventing her from leaving, shoving her or threatening her verbally are all forms of domestic violence. A punch is only one of the many forms of domestic violence. If you recognize behaviors in any of these myths that apply to you, please contact the Kent Family Violence Unit or a local Domestic Violence Advocate where you live. Additional resources concerning treatment and other programs available to provide you with strategies to help you leave this violent cycle.