When is it Abuse?

Abuse affects women throughout our community-women with or without children, women who have been in short term or long term relationships and women of any age.
Abuse comes in many guises and leaves deep marks whether it is physical, emotional or sexual.

Abuse includes:
Emotional abuse such as criticisms and put-downs
Physical violence such as pushing and hitting
Sexual violence, such as unwanted sex
Threats against the woman and/or her children
Financial control
Controlling or isolating the woman by not letting her see friends or family
Destroying property or harming pets

Haven Society will provide information and education so you can make safe decisions.