As tension builds the cycle will be repeated. Facts About Dating Violence Violence can occur at any time in a relationship and usually gets worse over time. People who are violent to a partner usually blame the other person for their actions. . Violence in a relationship is a crime. Legal steps can be taken to protect the victim.
Studies show a woman is battered by a boyfriend or husband every twelve seconds.
One half of 506 Kentucky college students surveyed, had experienced violence in their dating relationships. Get away from the violent person. Break the silence. Remember the violence will not go away on its own. Help is available for both you and your partner.