Domestic Violence

I am a member of Cut It Out-Salons Against Domestic Violence.

here are some facts about somestic violence/domestic abuse:

*A woman is attacked every 15 seconds

*3 out of 4 women know someone who has beeen abused

*43%of women dont leave an abusive relationship because they are afraid of their abuser, while 28% dont leave because they dont have the means and money to support themselves, and children

*33 million people have admitted being victims of domestic violence

*20% of teenagers in relationships have been hit, slapped, or pushed by their partner

* 1 in 4 women will be a victim of domestic violence

* Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) results in 1200 deaths and 2 million injuries each year

If you or someone you know is involved in an abusive relationship, get help. Call the domestic abuse hotline.