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Domestic Violence & Divorce

Posted By Samuelson Hause & Samuelson, LLP || 1-Nov-2017

For those whose lives have never been affected by domestic violence, they may assume that spousal abuse and child abuse only occur within middle-class and low-income households, but that is not the case. Studies have determined that domestic violence affects all races, religions, and socio-economic classes.

Toby D. Goldsmith, MD published an article in PsychCentral, where he stated, “A partner’s domination may take the form of emotional, physical or sexual abuse. Studies suggest that violent behavior often is caused by an interaction of situational and individual factors.” Goldsmith continues, “That means that abusers learn violent behaviors from their family, people in their community and other cultural influences as they grow up.”

Goldsmith explained how abusers may have seen violence frequently, or they may have been victims at one point in time. “Some abusers acknowledge growing up having been abused as a child,” said Goldsmith. Substance abuse can also contribute to violent behavior. For example, a drunk husband can have a harder time controlling his aggressive impulses toward his wife and children.

Regardless if the abuser was a victim growing up or if he or she has a drug or alcohol problem, those are not excuses. There is no acceptable justification for domestic violence. “Ultimately an abuser needs to get help for their unhealthy and destructive behavior, or find themselves living a solitary and lonely life,” said Goldsmith.

If you are a victim of domestic violence and are seeking an order of protection and a divorce, we urge you to contact our firm at once for help. Contact us today for a confidential consultation.

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