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Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence
............................................................................................................................ The Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence was founded in 1980 by domestic violence shelter programs and advocates for battered women to help all victims of domestic violence. Learn More 
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The Domestic Violence Shelters of Mississippi are there to provide services to the families affected by domestic violence. Click your region to see the shelters in your area. Shelter services include: 24 hour crisis line, temporary housing, advocacy and referral programs, counseling, transportation and more. To learn more about the shelters in your area, click your region on the map. Mississippi Victims of Domestic Violence - Hurricane Relief Fund Mississippians already suffer from being the 2nd highest state in the nation in domestic violence incidents, NOW the need for support is even greater due to the recent tragedy of Katrina. Learn More Upcoming Events Domestic Violence in Our Communities: Response, Accountability, and Progress - Silver Star Hotel Conference Center in Choctaw, MS View all events |
What is domestic violence?
The crime of domestic violence occurs when a woman is forced to do what her abuser wants through verbal, physical, psychological, or sexual violence.
The patterns of abuse does not usually begin with an act of violence. Psychological abuse, including isolation, minimization of her decision-making abilities and obsessive jealousy, are usually initiated first. Abuse or battering is a system of behaviors to control another person's actions and feelings.
Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior. An abuser is not out of control, he has chosen behaviours which are designed to control his victim.