What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic Violence may be defined as a pattern of abusive behavior used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. Abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, or economic. Such actions (or threats of actions) may frighten, intimidate, terrorize, manipulate, hurt, humiliate, blame, injure, or wound someone.
» Rhode Island Domestic Violence Fact Sheet (PDF)
» National Domestic Violence Fact Sheet (PDF)

Are You Being Abused?
Here are some guidelines to help you determine whether or not you are in an emotionally, physically or sexually abusive relationship.
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Obstacles to Leaving a Violent Relationship
Leaving an abusive relationship is difficult for many reasons. Learn more about the hurdles many women encounter while trying to leave.
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Personalized Safety Plan
Staying safe must be your first consideration. Here are some of the things to think about before you decide it's time to leave.
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