"Whenever possible, creating a well-thought-out safety plan is crucial when preparing to leave an abuser. Protect all living things first and foremost, and secure or copy passports and other important documents."
"Leaving is often one of the most dangerous times for victims of intimate partner violence, as this is the time when the abusive partner feels they are losing control."
"Many victims report that their partner's behavior escalated in the days or weeks leading up to or following their departure, and statistics show that the risk of serious harm or fatality increases significantly when a victim decides to leave their abuser."
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