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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

What is domestic violence?


Domestic violence, also known as domestic abuse, spousal abuse, family violence and intimate partner violence (IVP), is defined as a pattern of abusive behaviours by one or both partners in an intimate relationship such as marriage, dating, family, friends or cohabitation. Domestic violence has many forms. Which includes: Physical aggression Sexual abuse Emotional abuse Controlling or domineering Intimidation Stalking Passive or convert abuse (e.g neglect)

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