Violence has been engrained in our society through the media, sports, and other various activities. More than half of the participants of my survey said they had known someone personally effected by domestic violence. The most important thing you can do is be an active individual and advocate for healthy relationships. Know the signs of abuse and do something about it. If you think someone is in an unhealthy relationship, talk to them about it and check out the situation. According to Huffington Post research, 37 percent of women who have known someone in such a relationship never said anything to that person — or to the authorities. You could save someone's life.
If you think you are being abused- leave. One question that is always asked is why don't battered women leave? There are various reasons why a person may not leave their significant other... safety, financial dependence, lack of social support... but I can assure you help is out there. If you have been told that you won't find better or you won't find anyone else who will love you (like I was), you will. Click on one of the resources listed at the top of the screen and take the steps to safety. Connect with someone on a hotline. Find a counselor or shelter. Use authorities.
How else can you help? Start your own action project and raise awareness on domestic violence in your community. You're more than welcome to share this blog, the PSA, or any information accessible. By sharing my story, I'm hoping it'll light a fire in others to speak out on their own experiences. Be a part of the change.
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