Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior that one person in a relationship uses to control
the other. The behavior may be verbally, emotionally, physically, financially, or sexually abusive.
You as a parent may have left an abusive relationship or you may still be in one. This fact sheet
is #1 in a series of 10 sheets written to help you understand how children may react to domestic
violence, and how you can best help them to feel safe and valued and develop personal strength.
For other fact sheets in the series, visit www.nctsn.org/content/resources