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III.
While abuse can happen to anyone, women are by far the most frequent
victims and men are the most frequent abusers. The U.S. Department of Justice
estimates that 95 percent of the assaults on partners or spouses is committed by men
against women.
Women who are victims of domestic violence often:
Abuse alcohol or other substances.
Have been previously abused.
Are pregnant.
Are poor and have limited support.
Have partners who abuse alcohol or other substances.
Have left their abuser.
Have requested a restraining order against the abuser.
Are members of ethnic minority or immigrant groups.
Have traditional beliefs that women should be submissive to men.