October is designated as the National Domestic Violence Awareness Month to acknowledge domestic violence survivors and shine a light on the issue of domestic violence.
Domestic violence can result in physical injury, psychological trauma, and even death. The devastating consequences of domestic violence negatively effects generations of families for a lifetime. Domestic violence is prevalent in every community, regardless of age, solicit economic status, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion or nationality.
Although there has been substantial progress in reducing domestic violence, an average of 20 people are physically abused by intimate partners every minute. One in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been physically abused by an intimate partner, with many sustaining minor to serious physical injuries as well as emotional harm.
Children are often in the cross hairs when domestic violence occurs in the home. Children may sustain long lasting negative effects on their emotional wellbeing, social and academic functioning.
Victims of abuse often feel frightened and alienated even after leaving an abusive relationship. It is important for victims and their families to know that help is available. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or visit Wisconsin’s End Domestic Abuse website for a list of local domestic/sexual abuse resources near you.
If you are a victim of domestic violence and are considering divorce or separation and need legal help, contact Probst Law Offices, S.C. .for help with temporary orders including restraining orders/orders of protection, temporary spousal and child support orders, child custody orders and more.