Domestic violence is a serious public health issue that affects both men and women. Victims suffer physical and mental health consequences. Learn more about the repeating cycle of domestic violence and why it is hard for victims to leave abusive relationships.
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Dating Violence: A Two Way Street, But Girls Are Hurt Most
Some people believe teenage relationships are superficial, short-lived, and insignificant. However, a growing field of research suggests that what happens in teenage relationships shape future relationships. Unfortunately teenage relationships can be violent, and both genders can commit acts of violence. As a result, preventative measures and education should be started in middle school and focus on both genders.
Read More »Sexual Violence on Campus: What Numbers Can and Can’t Tell Us
Sexual assault on campus has become a hot-button issue. This article looks at the best data regarding sexual violence on campus, including a 2015 study and two larger, previous studies. These three studies vary somewhat in precise numbers, but all three reach the same conclusion—sexual assault exists at high rates on college campuses.
Read More »“Why Doesn’t She Just Leave?” Barriers to Getting out of Abusive Relationships
Domestic violence is a fact of life in the U.S. for approximately 35% of women and 28% of men. When we learn someone is in an abusive relationship, the first question many people ask is “Well, why doesn’t she just leave?” However, getting out of the situation is not as easy as people like to think.
Read More »Every Step You Take: Stalking in Dating Relationships
One in six women and one in 19 men will experience stalking in their lifetimes. Stalking is a pattern of watching or contacting that causes the person being stalked to feel afraid for their privacy, safety, and their life.
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