Domestic violence can take many forms, with the most common types being physical violence, rape, verbal threats and emotional or psychological abuse. In the U.S., domestic violence is commonly associated with cases of sexual assault, stalking, homicide, mental illness and suicide. The pervasiveness and complexity of domestic violence means that anyone — regardless of age, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, religion or social standing — can be affected by this kind of abuse at any point in their life.

The Recovery Village has a guide full of resources on domestic violence and substance abuse, organized into sections:

1. How to Recognize Signs of Domestic Violence
2. How to Get Out of an Abusive Relationship
3. How to Help a Domestic Violence Victim
4. How Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse Are Connected

Visit the guide here.

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