Question

What is domestic violence?

Answer 1

violent or aggressive behaviour within the home, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner.

Answer 2

Domestic violence is not physical violence alone. Domestic violence is any behavior the purpose of which is to gain power and control over a spouse, partner, girl/boyfriend or intimate family member. Abuse is a learned behavior; it is not caused by anger, mental problems, drugs or alcohol, or other common excuses.