“Every nine seconds in the U.S., a woman is assaulted or beaten”; mostly by an intimate partner or family member (“Statistics”). Although it is believed that domestic violence is a fading problem, it’s still quite common and cannot be ignored. Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior used to establish power and control over another person through fear and intimidation, often including aggression or threats (“Domestic Violence: Statistics & Facts”). Currently, domestic violence is still an issue all over the globe. The gender inequalities that have been established over the generations create male superiority, eventually resulting in aggression against their spouse or partner. Being either verbally or physically abused is the violation of
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For instance, the violence creates split families and children of divorce. Provided that “victims cannot afford to hire adequate legal representation, and without such representation they are unable to obtain protection orders or get custody of their children to keep themselves and their families safe” (Rosenthal). The custody can put stress on the children, and living with a single mother can be difficult. Not only that, but the child’s health is impacted and they may even follow the footsteps of the abusive parent. In many cases, “children who witness domestic violence show higher levels of aggression, disobedience, anxiety, and withdrawal” (Leary). These outcomes can quickly put them on the same path, and repeat the cycle of domestic violence. Homelessness among victims and their families is yet another devastating effect. Up to “fifty percent of homeless women and children are fleeing domestic violence, and 38% of all victims of domestic violence have become homeless at some point in their lives” (Rosenthal). Those percentages are exceedingly high, mainly because of how hard it is for the victim to return to a normal life after abuse. The domestic violence they once suffered makes it very difficult to recover. Women face problems regarding their health/financial stability, and future success in life. Following the abuse, they are not as financially stable, and it’s hard for them to maintain themselves. They “experience major barriers in obtaining and maintaining housing, and victims most often return to their abusers because they cannot find long-term housing” (Rosenthal). This also links to the amount of homeless domestic violence victims. Of course, they also struggle with any health problems the violent behavior gave them. Health becomes a major concern, and most women affected aren’t able to take care of themselves or don’t have the access to do so. The cruelty they’ve
For instance, the violence creates split families and children of divorce. Provided that “victims cannot afford to hire adequate legal representation, and without such representation they are unable to obtain protection orders or get custody of their children to keep themselves and their families safe” (Rosenthal). The custody can put stress on the children, and living with a single mother can be difficult. Not only that, but the child’s health is impacted and they may even follow the footsteps of the abusive parent. In many cases, “children who witness domestic violence show higher levels of aggression, disobedience, anxiety, and withdrawal” (Leary). These outcomes can quickly put them on the same path, and repeat the cycle of domestic violence. Homelessness among victims and their families is yet another devastating effect. Up to “fifty percent of homeless women and children are fleeing domestic violence, and 38% of all victims of domestic violence have become homeless at some point in their lives” (Rosenthal). Those percentages are exceedingly high, mainly because of how hard it is for the victim to return to a normal life after abuse. The domestic violence they once suffered makes it very difficult to recover. Women face problems regarding their health/financial stability, and future success in life. Following the abuse, they are not as financially stable, and it’s hard for them to maintain themselves. They “experience major barriers in obtaining and maintaining housing, and victims most often return to their abusers because they cannot find long-term housing” (Rosenthal). This also links to the amount of homeless domestic violence victims. Of course, they also struggle with any health problems the violent behavior gave them. Health becomes a major concern, and most women affected aren’t able to take care of themselves or don’t have the access to do so. The cruelty they’ve