Top Story Ep1: Domestic Violence ? Good News Baltimore

What Is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence is control by one partner over another in a dating, marital or live-in relationship. The means of control include physical, sexual, emotional and economic abuse, threats and isolation.
Survivors face many obstacles in trying to end the abuse in their lives although most are able to?psychological and economic entrapment, physical isolation and lack of social support, religious and cultural values, fear of social judgment, threats and intimidation over custody or separation, immigration status or disabilities and lack of viable alternatives. Increased public, legal and healthcare awareness and improved community resources enable survivors to rebuild their lives.
Who Is Affected by Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence occurs in every culture, country and age group. It affects people from all socioeconomic, educational and religious backgrounds and takes place in same sex as well as heterosexual relationships. Women with fewer resources or greater perceived vulnerability?girls and those experiencing physical or psychiatric disabilities or living below the poverty line?are at even greater risk for domestic violence and lifetime abuse. Children are also affected by domestic violence, even if they do not witness it directly.

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If you feel that you or someone you know is suffering from domestic violence please contact the Bea Gaddy?s Women and Children Center

425 N. Chester Street
Baltimore, MD? 21231
Mailing Address: PO Box 38501
Baltimore, MD? 21231
PHONE: (410) 563-2749
FAX: (410) 499-9557
CONTACT: Connie Bass, Volunteer Coordinator
EMAIL:? beagaddy@gmail.com

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