What is Abuse?
"Before I could not even say what I wanted. I was always in fear. Now I'm free."
When is it Abuse?
Abuse affects women throughout our community-women with or without children, women who have been in short term or long term relationships and women of any age.
Abuse comes in many guises and leaves deep marks whether it is physical, emotional or sexual. Abuse includes:
- Emotional abuse such as criticisms and put-downs
- Physical violence such as pushing and hitting
- Sexual violence, such as unwanted sex
- Threats against the woman and/or her children
- Financial control
- Controlling or isolating the woman by not letting her see friends or family
- Destroying property or harming pets
Transition House will provide information and education so you can make safe decisions.