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Relationship violence is used to control the other partner in the relationship.
Relationship violence is the use of assaults and controlling behaviors in which one intimate partner uses physical violence; coercion, threats; intimidation, isolation; or emotional, sexual or economic abuse to control the other partner in the relationship.
This includes dating violence.
Get More Information on Relationship Violence from these
Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance pages:
Relationship Quiz
Facts About Sexual and Domestic Violence
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The highest rate of relationship violence applies to women ages 16-24. |
Relationship violence includes emotional abuse, such as name calling and put-downs, not just hitting. |
Relationship violence is not limited to heterosexual couples--and you can get support no matter what type of relationship you are in. |
Men can also be victims of relationship violence and can get support.
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