The ramifications can be more serious if she does leave. Alcohol consumption is the most common cause of domestic violence. Women only get beaten when they 'ask' for it. No-one deserves or asks to be hurt. Violence happens mostly in poor peoples homes.
Violence occurs in all economic groups.
Women do not seek out violent men. No-one has the right to hurt you. Men can control themselves, this is just an excuse. Domestic violence isn't a big problem. Domestic violence is a big problem, it is just hidden.