What is domestic abuse? 

“Abuse is a repetitive pattern of behaviors to maintain power and control over an intimate partner. These are behaviors that physically harm, arouse fear, prevent a partner from doing what they wish or force them to behave in ways they do not want. Abuse includes the use of physical and sexual violence, threats and intimidation, emotional abuse and economic deprivation. Many of these different forms of abuse can be going on at any one time.” (“Abuse Defined”. The National Domestic Violence Hotline. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Aug. 2016.)

Sometimes, during a pregnancy, a troubled partner may turn to these types of behaviors. Do not wait until pregnancy to get help if you have reason to think signs of any of these behaviors are present. Use all the lists on this blog for help.

Call 911 if you are in immediate danger.

A relationship is abusive if your partner (for example: boyfriend, girlfriend, spouse) has a repetitive pattern with any of the following behaviors:

(“Abuse Defined”. The National Domestic Violence Hotline. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Aug. 2016.)

Domestic Violence Safety Tips:

Resources in the Greenville, SC Area for Domestic Abuse Victims

1 (800) 799-SAFE

1 (864) 467-3633 (24/7 Crisis Hotline)

1 (800) 291-2139 (24-Hour Crisis Line)

1 (864) 242-6933

1 (864) 268-5589

1 (864) 235-4803

1 (864) 232-6463

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