October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. According to the National Research Center on Domestic Violence, 3 in 10 women and 1 in 10 men are affected by domestic violence. Unfortunately, this means that this is a common problem for many people. Additionally, it is estimated that annually, 20 million people will be abused by their partner. Therefore, millions of people live in constant fear for their lives. As a result of the alarmingly high statistics, it is important to be educated about domestic violence and to be aware of the signs to protect those around you from domestic violence. Read the full article. |