Category Archives: domestic violence
VP Biden On Domestic Violence
We have never had much respect for Joe Biden but I reserve the right to change my mind because he and I agree on the importance of this issue-domestic violence. Recently Vice President Biden on Wednesday said his work on … Continue reading
Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence In Detroit
Here’s a story out of Detroit, Michigan, where three murder suicides over one weekend all tied to domestic abuse and domestic violence has people concerned. You can read the rest of the story HERE. Although the rate of domestic violence … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Is Not Just Sexual Or Physical
Here is a story out of Ireland that makes the point that domestic violence is not just physical or sexual. Academics prefer to use the term “intimate partner violence” so as not to exclude dating relationships where victim and abuser … Continue reading
Curbing Domestic Violence-What You Can Do To Protect Yourself
“Every year, police in Baltimore City respond to thousands of calls related to domestic violence. Officers arrest and charge abusive partners, judges issue protective orders to women who fear for their lives, and domestic violence counselors struggle to help battered … Continue reading
Domestic Violence In Same Sex Couples
This is a video from KOAA in Colorado Springs regarding domestic violence and domestic abuse among gay couples. They’re quick to point out that gay couples have much the same problems as any other couple with a very few exceptions … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Now A Leading Cause Of Murder
Here’s a story out of Fairfax Virginia, a relatively well-to-do community that discusses the leading cause of murder in that community in 2009-domestic violence! You Can read the whole story HERE. The story goes on to say “Victims of domestic … Continue reading
Georgia Reports Grim Domestic Violence Stats
This is a story out of Georgia where a report recently released showed grim statistics for domestic violence in that state. You can read a partial story HERE. “Anyone can be abused, and the abuse is not the fault of … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Common On Super Bowl Sunday
This is an article by US news.com that talks about some of the issues involved in domestic abuse. It’s quick to point out that domestic abuse occurs seemingly more often on Sunday not just Super Bowl Sunday. You can read … Continue reading
Dedicated Investigator Now On Domestic Violence Cases
This is a story out of Jacksonville, Florida where the local police department received a grant from the Violence Against Women Act. They will use the money to hire an experienced investigator to work domestic violence and sexual assault cases. … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Facts You Won’t Like
In the 8 plus years that we have been writing about domestic violence we have seen subtle changes in the way law enforcement and society in general deals with this ugly international problem-physical, mental, psychological abuse of women. Here are … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Tools-One Way To Defend Yourself
Here’s a story that was in the “Diamondback” the University of Maryland student newspaper recently that points out that with all the crime in the area it’s hard for officers to be prepared for any and all situations and that … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Common Problem-How To Defend Yourself
Here’s an article that claims that one out of three women will be victims of domestic violence in her lifetime. That is higher than the one out of four that we normally see. Domestic violence is getting much more attention … Continue reading
Domineering Men Are Facing Domestic Violence Charges
Here’s an article about a new law that’s being considered in England. “Men who bully or torment their wives will be prosecuted for domestic violence under new plans unveiled by Nick Clegg” who is the deputy prime minister. You can … Continue reading
New Campaign Intends To End Domestic Violence
There is a new campaign in Indiana to end domestic violence and sexual assault. The campaign is called “No More” and is starting to catch on. The article goes on to say “in Greater Indianapolis alone 185,000 people will experience … Continue reading
Local Agencies Aim to Stop Domestic Violence
The police chief in Marshalltown, Iowa has started a new program called “Not In our Town” to shine awareness on and help stop domestic violence in his city. He said the city spends enormous resources responding to domestic violence calls … Continue reading