Dealing with Domestic Violence

I went to LifeTree Café, Palo Alto once and it was awesome experience. Their main line is “Doing life. Doing good.” The topic was Domestic Violence and their Research said in USA 85% Woman and 15% Man are victim of Domestic Violence.

They show me the video and it is like you are feeling it. They told us how to deal with Domestic violence. What you can do to decrease such horrible figure. This whole thing is taken from National Domestic Violence Hotline, thehotline.org

 If you are dealing with Domestic Violence…

The most important thing is to stay safe. Following these steps will not guarantee your safety, but it may increase your level of safety.

While you are still in abusive relationship…

·      Try to hide weapons.

·      Get to safe place when argument starts.

·      Always have your phone with you.

·      Create a code word to signal friends and family for help.

·      Leave the driver’s side door on your car unlocked for a quick escape.

While preparing to leave an abusive relationship…

·      Get a new cell phone and number

·      Set aside money

·      Keep important Phone numbers with you.

·      Keep a bag of your things ready.

·      Have important Documents ready.

·      Contact a local agency that can help you.

After leaving an abusive relationship…

·      Carry a copy of your protective order with you (if you have one).

·      Change your travel habits and where you do your regular shopping.

·      Talk to a local shelter about service it can provide.

·      Consider an address confidentiality program.

·      Change the locks and install stronger doors.

If your friend is dealing with domestic violence…

·      Let your friend know you are concerned about his or her safety.

·      Acknowledge that your friend is in a difficult and scary situation.

·      Be supportive.

·      Be nonjudgmental.

·      Encourage him/her to participate in activities with friends and family members.

·      Help him or her develop a safety plan.

·      Encourage your friend to contact local domestic violence agency.

·      Remember that you cannot rescue him or her.