Friday, October 3, 2008

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is represented by the purple ribbon. This is a time for spreading information and remembering the victims. For me every month is a time to spread valuable information to keep people safe.

Domestic Violence is when one partners tries to control thier partner through physical or physchological means. Domestic Violence is an issue of power and control. In its severity it can lead to murder. Usually the more a batterer feels that they are losing control, the more control they will exert. They also usually suffer from a fear of abandonment, so if you are thinking of leaving an abusive relationship, PLEASE consult with an advoctae for a SAFE EXIT STRATEGY.

You can find an advocate through the links on my page.

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