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Domestic violence is a type of abuse. It involves injuring someone, usually a spouse or partner, but it can also be a parent, child, the elderly or other family member. Domestic violence is a serious problem. According to the National Library of Medicine , it is the most common cause of injury to women ages 15 to 44. Victims may suffer physical injuries such as bruises or broken bones. They may suffer emotionally from depression, anxiety or social isolation. It is hard to know exactly how common domestic violence is because people often do not report it. There is no typical victim: it happens among people of all ages, and it affects those of all levels of income and education. For more information and resources, please visit the Office for Victims of Crimes (OVC) web page about help for victims of domestic violence . Or you may wish to visit the website of the Office on Violence against Women . You may also wish to view information about:
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