Domestic Violence Study Reveals Stark Reality in Lowcountry
A new study by the College of Charleston and My Sister’s House sheds light on the views and experiences of domestic violence in the Tri-County region.
The study, which surveyed residents across Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties, reveals a concerning picture of domestic violence in the Lowcountry.
- 46% of respondents reported experiencing at least one form of abusive behavior.
- Nearly one in eight respondents do not consider physically harming an intimate partner to be domestic violence.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month begins with calls for community action.
Local leaders are calling for action to address the critical gaps in support and understanding of domestic violence.
Author's summary: Study reveals domestic violence reality.
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