Some Facts About Family Violence
- Battering is the single major cause of
injury to women, exceeding rapes, muggings, and even auto accidents.
- Domestic Violence occurs among families in
every race, ethnic group, and socioeconomic level.
- Domestic Violence occurs in approximately
50% of all American Families.
- U.S. Government statistics estimate that a
woman is abused every fifteen seconds.
- Battered women are often blamed for the
abuse although they are not responsible for the violence.
- Research shows that children who grow up in
violent families often become victims or abusers n their adult
relationships.
- Alcohol and drug abuse alone do not cause
violence in the family.
If family violence is a problem in your home:
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Get
to a safe place and call the Domestic Violence Program 518.943.9211, the
police, or a friend.
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Try
to remain calm. The workers at the Domestic Violence Program will help
you.
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All
services are confidential.
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Remember that the choice of leaving a violent situation is yours. No
one at Domestic Violence will tell you what to do alternatives are explained
and decisions are yours.