| Domestic Violence Can Happen To ANYONE |
| *An estimated 60% of families experience violence in their homes. *Once vilence occurs, it often becomes more frequent. *Over one half of men who are vilence toward their partners commit acts of violence (including sexual abuse) toward their children. *Children who see one adult abuse another adult grow up frightened, troubled, and are potential abusers or victims. |
| You are NOT responsible for another person's violence. |
| *Every 9 seconds a woman is beaten. *On average, more than 3 women are murdered by their husbands every day in America. *One in five HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS say they have been physically and/or sexually abused by their dating partner. |
| YOU ARE NOT ALONE |
| How to Get Help |
| National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE |
| *Contact your local Women's Shelter for more info, emergency shelter, and support. -Resource List- *Contact your local county court for more information regarding PFA's (Protection From Abuse) to obtain a court ordered restraining order against your abuser. |
| *Keep an emergency kit handy. This is a small bag with a change of clothes, cash, important papers, bank cards, etc. so you may leave as quickly as possible when ready. *Remember: This can happen to ANYONE, you are not alone, there are people there to help. |
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| If your abuser has access to your computer, CLICK HERE |