Domestic Violence Information

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Cycle of Violence

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The Cycle of Violence describes the typical pattern of abusive relationships. There are three distinct phases: tension building, explosion and false honeymoon.

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Safety Planning

If you are preparing to leave your partner as a result of domestic violence, below you will find some tips and a checklist on what you need to take with you. If you need assistance, contact WEAVE's 24-Hour Support Line to come up with a plan that works for your situation.

Document the abuse.

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Stockholm Syndrome

The term Stockholm Syndrome has also been referenced in the Dugard case.

Stockholm Syndrome develops under four conditions:

1. The victim perceives the abuser as a threat to their survival, physically or psychologically.
2. The victim perceives the abuser as showing some kindness, however small.
3. The victim is kept isolated from others.
4. The victim does not perceive a way to escape the abuser.

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Traumatic Bonding

Traumatic bonding is the development of strong emotional ties between two persons, with one person intermittently harassing, beating, threatening, abusing or intimidating the other. Traumatic bonding includes two common features:

1) the existence of a power imbalance where the victim perceives him/herself as dominated by the other person
2) the intermittent nature of the abuse.

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Warning Signs

After people learn about domestic violence they are often interested in ways they can predict potential abuse in relationships.

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Effects of Domestic Violence on Children

Domestic violence puts all individuals in physical and emotional jeopardy, especially children. Parents are often unaware of the effects that violence can have on a child. You may think that the children don't notice it because they can't see it, but they can always hear it and feel it.

Shame and Isolation Children are rarely able to tell anyone what is going on at home. They may feel embarrassed and ashamed.

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