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Archive for ‘Domestic Abuse’ Category

National Platform to End Domestic Violence

The National Domestic Violence Hotline released the following to the press: Leaders from across the country are convening to change the face of domestic violence in America. Based on outcomes of the historic Decade for Change Summit, the National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH) today announced preliminary action steps designed to end domestic violence in America… Read More

False Allegations of Domestic Violence

Ayinde O. Chase recently wrote an article about the shocking prevalence of false allegations of domestic violence in the United States. Here’s an excerpt: A new report released on Monday sheds some light on an alarming issue. Over one million false allegations of domestic violence are filed each year. The accusations usually stem from a… Read More

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month If you need help, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE. Please don’t wait. What is Domestic Violence?* (from the National Domestic Violence Hotline) Domestic violence can be defined as a pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over… Read More

Domestic Violence Facts

Unfortunately, domestic violence persists to plague America. To successfully protect ourselves, our friends, and our families, we must recognize the reality and prevalence of domestic abuse. EndAbuse.org provides many facts on their website. These are some: Estimates range from 960,000 incidents of violence against a current or former spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend per year to… Read More