Domestic violence

noun
1. Violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the
violent abuse of a spouse or partner.

by: Leona Kittrell

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The Signs
Does your partner,
Embarrass you with put downs?
Control what you do, who you talk to, or where
you go?

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Signs That Someone

You Know is Getting
Abused

Bruises or injuries that look like they came from

choking, punching, or being thrown down.

Black eyes, red or purple marks at the neck, and

sprained wrists are common injuries in violent
relationships.

Attempt to hide bruises.

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National Statistics
Every 9 seconds in the U.S. a women is
assaulted or beaten.

1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been victims

of (some form of) physical violence by an intimate

partner in their lifetime.

There are more than 20,000 phone calls placed to

a domestic violence hotline

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Teen Statistics
On average, 24 people per minute are victims of

rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate

partner in the United States.

In a nationwide survey, 9.4% of high school

students report being hit, slapped, or physically

hurt on purpose by their boyfriend or girlfriend

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Awareness
To raise awareness October is the national
domestic violence awareness month.

By wearing purple it represents domestic violence

and shows you support on ending the violence.

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No More
ABOUT
What isNO MORE?
NO MORE is a unifying symbol and campaign to raise public awareness and
engage bystanders around ending domestic violence and sexual assault.
Launched in March 2013 by a coalition of leading advocacy groups, service
providers, the U.S. Department of Justice and major corporations, NO MORE is
supported by hundreds of national and local groups and by thousands of
individuals, organizations, universities, and communities who are using its
signature blue symbol to increase visibility for domestic violence and sexual
assault.

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Preventing
Everyone can play an active role in stopping

domestic violence and sexual assault before it

occurs by becoming an engaged bystander and
helping to establish an environment where healthy
and positive relationships are based on respect,
safety, and equality.

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No More

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j70ha1PUlqk

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Fact

12.7 million people are physically abused, raped

or stalked by their partners in one year.

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Did you know?

Thats 24 people every minute.

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Help?

Call

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) / chat online with hotline advocate / www.thehotline.org

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Cites

"Domestic Violence." No More. The No More Project, 8 Aug. 2015. Web. 27 Oct. 2015.

"NO MORE PSA CAMPAIGN "EXCUSES" :30." YouTube. YouTube, 23 Sept. 2013. Web. 23 Oct. 2015.

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