If you are being hurt physically or emotionally by someone you love, it is common to feel like you’re all alone. But domestic violence happens to lots of people. Studies have shown that most survivors of domestic violence do not share common characteristics although most victims are women and girls. One out of every four women will experience abuse during her life. However, increasing reports are being received from men and boys who have been victims of domestic violence. Domestic violence happens to:
teenagers and elderly people
married and unmarried people
gay and straight people
people of all different classes
people of all different races and backgrounds
people from throughout the country and all over the world
Remember, you are not alone...and you do not deserve the abuse.
For additional domestic violence information:
Domestic Violence Unit Police Headquarters 300 Indiana Avenue, NW, Room 3156 Washington, DC
