Why Victims of Domestic Violence Don't "Just Leave"

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Domestic violence is a society-wide issue that affects people of every race, class, and gender. With this in mind, we all have a responsibility to help stop domestic violence, especially considering the struggles that domestic violence victims face when trying to leave their dangerous situations.

While there’s a common misconception that women and other victims of domestic violence can simply leave their situation, there are a number of reasons why this isn’t the case. This graphic highlights a few of the reasons why victims “don’t just leave” their partners who are committing intimate partner violence.

More resource links from Legal Aid Atlanta

10 Steps to Getting Legal Protection Against an Abuser in Georgia

A Lawyer May Be the Best Way to Stop Domestic Violence

If you are a victim of domestic violence, you must take action. Call: 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go online: https://www.thehotline.org/

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