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GAY
& LESBIAN BATTERING
FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Violence
between partners in any relationship is dynamically the same
and may be triggered by numerous factors, including:
- Stressful or frustrating life situations
such as loss of a job, financial problems or pregnancy
- Role changes (for example, the partner starts
school or goes to work) that may impact the batterer's sense
of control
- Use of alcohol and/or drug abuse, which
may increase abusive behavior
- Attitudes and beliefs on the part of the
batterer that rationalize abuse ("show the abused partner
who's boss" or "a little slap is good for them")
- Sadistic personality of the batterer.
- Mental or physical disorders
Hotline 1-800-851-7601
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