Diann Diaz, Jose Diaz
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"On average, nearly twenty people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this equates to more
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than ten million women and men. When it is an option, it is best the victim should do what they can to leave their abuser. However, this is not always the case. It is well known that some individuals stay in such horrible living situations, and many onlookers cannot comprehend why. This book is comprised of learning why some domestic violence victims stay with their abusive partners. Domestic Violence violence victims have shared their stories, hoping you can better understand why they stayed in an abusive relationship. We have included a list of “dos” and “don’ts” to use as a guide, should you find yourself in the position of helping someone whom you suspect is being abused. Additionally, you’ll have a better understanding of how law enforcement handles a domestic violence call and why sometimes a victim of abuse does not call the police or doesn’t want the abuser arrested"--back cover.
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