Domestic Violence and Battering
Battering of women is a major health problem. It occurs in families of all racial, economic, education and religious backgrounds.
Definitions
Domestic Violence is the intentional use or threat of physical force by a member of a family against another member of that same family.
Battering is repeatedly subjecting a person to forcefuly physical, social and emotional behavior in order to coerce that person, without regard to the persons rights.
Facts On Battering and Pregnancy
- Battering may start or become worse during pregnancy.
- Battering may lead to miscarriage.
- Battering may lead to alcohol or drug abuse (a form of abuse to the child).
- Pregnant women account for 25-45% of all women who are battered.
- Battering during pregnancy may be an indication of what life holds in store for the unborn child.
- A pregnant woman in a battering relationship will have an increased risk of a low-birth-weight infant or early delivery.
Resources For Battering & Domestic Violence:
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Your Health Care Provider
INTERACT
919-828-7501 |
Crisis Intervention Program
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24-Hour Crisis Lines
Rape Crisis
919-828-3005
Domestic Violence Line
919-828-7440 |
Transitional Shelter Program