Things to remember when dealing with women who are being abused

Things to remember when dealing with women who are being abused
• Abuse can be physical, sexual or emotional. Most victims of violence are women being abused by their male partner.
• Violence is common; suspect it in any woman with unexplained injuries or physical symptoms, sleep
problems or suicidal feelings.
• Encourage the woman to share her experience with relatives or friends she trusts. Also encourage her to
talk to a local women’s support group.
• Try to work with the man; he is the cause of the problem.