Jennifer Rohlf Director of Empowerment What is Domestic Violence Domestic violence is The establishment of power and control through the use of abuse A definite pattern of behaviors in a relationship ID: 999463
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1. Domestic Violence, how you can help?Jennifer RohlfDirector of Empowerment
2. What is Domestic Violence?Domestic violence is:The establishment of power and control through the use of abuseA definite pattern of behaviors in a relationshipLearned through observation, experience and reinforcementIntentional, Illegal, and too often fatalDomestic Violence is NOT:Caused by genetics, mental illness, anger, stress, alcohol & drugs, or the behavior of the victimAn appropriate expression of anger or jealousyA crime of passionCulturally or religiously acceptableA private family matter
3. Types of AbusePhysical: threatens your safetyVerbal: communication methods to demean, scare, or control Emotional: behaviors and/or actions used to demean, scare, or controlSexual: forced or pressured sexual actionsFinancial/Legal: leaves victim with limited resources Religious: uses religious teachings to validate abuse or control victim
4. PhysicalShovingSlappingKickingPinchingBiting StranglingPunchingHair PullingPoisoningBurning/Throwing ObjectsRestrainingBlocks Your ExitReckless Driving Withholds MedicationThreats or Use of Any WeaponAbandons in Dangerous Places
5. VerbalYellingBelittlesImply/SuggestSarcasmAccusesBlamingPut Downs“Joking”EmbarrassMocks Name Calling MinimizesInsultsAccuses Threatens physical harm to you, family, pets, etc.
6. EmotionalStalking Denies Affection IgnoringSneering Denies Controls Money CheatsIsolation Manipulation Mind Games Sleep Deprivation Intimidation Twists Words/EventsIntercepts Calls/MailThreats of Suicide Threats of Getting Custody of Children
7. SexualRape Use of Words Such As “Whore” and “Frigid” Forces Unwanted Sex/TouchingTells You of Affairs Commits Sadistic Sexual Acts Use of Pornography
8. Financial/LegalPrevents You From Getting or Keeping a JobRefuses to WorkPrevents Knowledge of Family FinancesWithholds/controls MoneyRefusal to Have Your Name on Any Accounts Call Police if You Fight BackReports or Threatens to Report You to DCSObtains the Protective Order FirstFiles for Temporary CustodyRuins CreditWithholds Documentation/VerificationSabotages Public Assistance
9. ReligiousCiting Scripture to Justify Abusive, Dominating, or Otherwise Oppressive BehaviorInstilling Religious Guilt for Not Doing What They WantDenying Partner Freedom to Practice the Religion of Their ChoiceForcing Partner to Violate Their Religious BeliefsShaming or Belittling Partner for Their Religious BeliefsHumiliating Partner in Church to Isolate Them from the Support of the Clergy and Congregation
10. Power and Control
11. Cycle of ViolenceTension Building: Abuser mayBlame and belittleMonitor and controlJealousy increasesMakes accusationsExplosion:Abuser mayUse violence or threatsWithhold cash/resourcesThreaten custody of childrenIncreased verbal/emotional abuseCalm: Abuser mayDeny or minimize violenceAsk for forgivenessPromise to change/stop/get helpAct loving, give gifts
12. How to HelpTraining for your staff YWCA Northeast Indiana offers domestic violence trainingHealthy vs unhealthy relationship educationDiscreetly provide hotlines/education/and resourcesMake screening a standard practiceConnect with ongoing servicesYWCA Crisis Line: 1-800-441-4073
13. Domestic and Sexual Violence ServicesShelterOur crisis shelter is available for anyone (women, men, their children, and gender non-confirming individuals) who needs a safe place to live because they are experiencing a crisis with Domestic Violence or Sexual Violence. AdvocacyCommunity-Based Advocates work with individuals who are experiencing domestic violence, but are not in need of shelter. We serve individuals and families in Allen, Wells, Huntington, Whitley, Noble, and DeKalb Counties. Include safety planning, education, connection resources, navigation of legal system and much more. Call (260)424-4908 ext. 113 or email advocatecoords@ywcaerew.org to talk to an Advocate.Mental Health TherapyTrauma-informed mental health therapy services for those without access24/7 Crisis Hotline: 1-800-441-4073
14. Thank you!Jennifer Rohlfjrohlf@ywcaerew.org(260)424-4908 ext 235