DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AT A GLANCE

Domestic violence is a serious and devastating problem that affects millions of people each year. Physical abuse is one of the most common types of domestic violence; however, emotional abuse, financial abuse, isolation, and stalking are also forms of domestic violence that abusers use to gain control over their victims. Learning more about some of the common types of domestic violence can give you the tools you need to recognize such abuse and take steps to get help if you think someone might be experiencing domestic violence.