Domestic abuse encompasses a vast range of behaviors and has a higher repeat offending rate than any other crime. It's not solely physical violence but includes covert actions too.
Misconceptions abound about domestic abuse, with many assuming it is merely a crime of passion. This ignorance enables continued misunderstanding and victimization.
To combat the misrepresentation of domestic abuse, The Independent has collaborated with Refuge to raise funds to create a safe space for women seeking freedom.
Understanding coercive control, love bombing, and gaslighting is essential because these tactics, often overlooked, are intrinsic to domestic abuse, going beyond the visible signs of violence.
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