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Domestic Violence - Physical and Emotional Abuse

Any time a woman is physically or emotionally abused in a relationship, that's domestic violence. Getting out may be terrifying, but so is the idea that the violence may escalate the longer you stay. Help and support for women in abusive relationships, and resources when it's time to break free.
Rihanna and Chris Brown Celebrity Assault Case
To the teens and tweens who idolized them, Rihanna and Chris Brown looked like the perfect couple. But the pop singer and R&B star had a darker side to their relationship, which surfaced the night of the 2008 Grammy Awards when the couple went missing at event. The reason? Accusations of domestic violence and partner abuse, with Brown allegedly beating Rihanna and latter charged with assault. The…
Facts on Tween Dating Abuse & Violence - Statistics on Tweens & Dating Violence
Facts on tween dating abuse and violence, and statistics on tweens and dating violence.
Trying to Escape Domestic Violence, Victim Forced to Maintain Ties With Abuser
Trying to escape domestic violence, a victim finds she's unable to break ties with her abuser after the courts keep providing her ex-husband her contact information.
What is an order of protection and how do I get one?
What is an order of protection? Definition of the legal term, and an explanation of how to get an order of protection.
Domestic Violence, Not Religion, Behind Beheading of Muslim Woman
When a TV station owner murdered and beheaded his wife in February 2009, many speculated that because the couple were Muslim, the extreme nature of the crime indicated it might have been an 'honor killing.'
Rihanna & Chris Brown Bring Teen Dating Abuse Out in the Open
When dating violence put celebrity couple Rihanna and Chris Brown in the headlines in February 2009, it was proof that no one is safe from partner abuse.
Safety Plan For Abused Women
It's important to plan ways to protect yourself if and when abuse occurs if you're still in the relationship. If you're thinking about leaving, you'll need to take some precautions to head off your abuser.

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