If you are reading my blog, I hope that it has found a way to help you. Whether its to give you strengthen or just understanding for someone who is going through something. I felt so alone for years and I wish I knew then what I know now. There is always something to be thankful for, things will get better, and you are not alone. What Is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence (also called intimate partner violence (IPV), domestic abuse or relationship abuse) is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship. Domestic violence does not discriminate. Anyone of any race, age, sexual orientation, religion or gender can be a victim – or perpetrator – of domestic violence. It can happen to people who are married, living together or who are dating. It affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels. Domestic violence includes behaviors that physically harm, arouse fear, prevent a partn