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Children and Domestic Violence

By Julia Kefalinos |

Many people envision domestic violence as physical assaults occurring between adults.  While that encompasses a large chunk of domestic violence incidents, it by no means accounts for all of it.  The fact is, Florida law defines domestic violence as any criminal behavior that leads to the injury or death of any family member at… Read More »

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Looking At Domestic Violence In A New Way

By Julia Kefalinos |

Survivors of domestic violence (DV) come from all backgrounds, religions, and races.  They come from wealthy families and from those that are economically disadvantaged.  The majority are female, but males are among the battered, as well. Survivors may be straight or LGBTQ+.  Some abuse since they were small children, and consistently chose relationships that… Read More »

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Domestic Violence Has A Long History

By Julia Kefalinos |

Many believe that our society is becoming more violent as it ages.  But the fact of the matter is that violence has been around since the dawn of time.  Violence within families, too, has been well-documented in ancient societies, as well as modern ones, targeting all sorts of people, but primarily directed toward women… Read More »

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What Impact Does Christianity Have On Domestic Violence?

By Julia Kefalinos |

Domestic violence is everywhere.  It impacts males and females, regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, education level, or economic status.  How about religion?  Does it affect who suffers from domestic violence?  The research reveals some interesting answers. Statistics on Domestic Violence  Every minute of every day, 20 people experience physical abuse at the hands… Read More »

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Domestic Violence And Senior Citizens

By Julia Kefalinos |

Imagine it’s your grandmother.  She’s subjected to violence—sexual, physical, verbal, emotional—on a regular basis.  Or perhaps it’s a beloved uncle who’s battered around in his own home.  While it’s difficult to imagine that the most vulnerable among us are being abused, the fact of the matter is that it happens more often than any… Read More »

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Intimate Partner Violence Among Transgender Individuals In Florida

By Julia Kefalinos |

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a monumental public health concern in Florida, impacting survivors and their families in astonishingly disturbing ways. Behaviors that result in psychological, sexual, or physical damage to their partners often cause trauma that is deep and lasting. When aggression is piled on top of the safety issues that transgender individuals… Read More »

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What You Didn’t Know About Domestic Violence

By Julia Kefalinos |

Three million.  That’s how many times domestic violence is reported every single year.  That’s 20 people who endure physical abuse every minute of every day—abuse that is delivered by an intimate partner or spouse.  The tragic fact is that one out of every three women and one out of every four men will experience… Read More »

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Beware Of Abusive Dating Relationships

By Julia Kefalinos |

There’s nothing more exhilarating than a whirlwind romance!  When your partner makes you feel like you’re the center of the universe, it’s impossible to resist falling in love! And why would you want to if you are being saturated with love and devotion?  No reason—unless, of course, there’s more to your story… Common Characteristics… Read More »

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Yes, The Chance For Domestic Violence Is Higher During Super Bowl Sunday

By Julia Kefalinos |

It’s just a game, right?  Superbowl Sunday stirs up some pretty extreme emotions in people, and, for some, those emotions can lead to violence.  Households throughout America may face frightening moments of ferocity. What’s Behind the Violence The game is supposed to be about good old competition.  Master class athletes, brilliant strategizing—what more could… Read More »

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Employer Requirements Relating To Domestic Violence

By Julia Kefalinos |

Looking back, you suppose you should have noticed the signs: your significant other was extremely jealous and suspicious of you when you were out of his sight; arguments resulted in name-calling and threats; you felt emotionally manipulated when the two of you didn’t see things the same way.  Nonetheless, you stuck it out, because… Read More »

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