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Possible Consequences of Choosing to Remain in a Relationship with an Abusive ManIn general, victims of repeated violence over time experience more serious consequences than victims of one-time incidents. The following list describes just some of the consequences of domestic violence. PhysicalAt least 42% of women and 20% of men who were physically assaulted since age 18 sustained injuries during their most recent victimization. Most injuries were minor such as scratches, bruises, and welts. More severe physical consequences of domestic violence may occur depending on severity and frequency of abuse. These include: Bruises Children may become injured during domestic violence incidents between their parents. A large overlap exists between domestic violence and child maltreatment. One study found that children of abused mothers were 57 times more likely to have been harmed because of domestic violence between their parents, compared with children of non-abused mothers. PsychologicalPhysical violence is typically accompanied by emotional or psychological abuse. Domestic violence- whether sexual, physical, or psychological—can lead to various psychological consequences for victims: Depression SocialVictims of domestic violence sometimes face the following social consequences: Restricted access to services Health BehaviorsWomen with a history of domestic violence are more likely to display behaviors that present further health risks (e.g., substance abuse, alcoholism, suicide attempts). Domestic violence is associated with a variety of negative health behaviors. Studies show that the more severe the violence, the stronger its relationship to negative health behaviors by victims. Engaging in high-risk sexual behavior For additional information please see:
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