Acts of domestic violence take place every day, all over the world. The definition of domestic abuse encompasses everything from controlling behavior over an intimate partner to actual physical violence. There are key signs to watch for in a relationship that send signals that things aren’t normal. Some of them include situations when one spouse won’t allow the other to see certain friends or family, when one partner has all the control over the finances or when one partner actually monitors the actions of the other by reviewing phone calls, emails, computer usage and actually following the domestic partner places.
These are scenarios that the outside world may not be aware of because they are going on behind closed doors. If someone confides in you that this behavior is going on in their household, it’s a good idea to intervene and try to give help to the individual receiving the abuse. In many instances, the controller doesn’t see his own behavior as being abnormal or unusual. He may have grown up in this type of abusive household and it’s all he knows. One way to begin the discussion with this type of person is to suggest he take an online class for domestic violence. The first reaction might be one of utter denial and defensiveness, but once the seed is planted, there’s a chance the abuser might take the advice to heart before the behavior escalates and it’s too late.
Domestic violence classes are available from any web-based computer, 24 hours a day. They are low in cost and allow the individual to learn from the comfort of his own home and in complete privacy. There is no driving through rush hour to make a traditional classroom class, or the chance that this embarrassing situation be exposed. Class topics include explanations of what exactly domestic violence encompasses, how to more effectively communicate feelings, misunderstandings and needs, empathy training and how to understand the other partner’s feelings, stress management skills and the legal issues that might arise if the behavior continues. This is a purely educational way to go about overcoming the issue and once enlightened, the classes have proven to change many people’s lives.
Recently in the news we heard the extreme case of domestic violence that ended in the death of Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher’s girlfriend. Reportedly, the Chiefs were aware of the relationship and financial issues that these two were facing, and were involved and trying to help. The team even provided the couple with counseling, but in this case it wasn’t enough. In an argument following a night out on the town, Belcher shot and killed his girlfriend and then took his own life.
On average, about 3 people are killed each day in the U.S. by a previous or current intimate partner. At least 14 people in the Kansas City area have been killed due to acts of domestic violence this past year alone. In most cases, the abused partner is afraid to get out from under the cycle of violence because they are ashamed, scared or too insecure to try life on their own.
If you have found yourself in trouble with the law due to an act of domestic violence and need to take an education-based domestic violence class, take them online. Online domestic violence classes are available in varying lengths from 8 –52 hours. Check with your judge first to make sure that he will accept a distance-learning class. If so, then just go online, enroll in the length you need, and the information will immediately become available to you on your screen. When you have successfully completed the final exam, a Certificate of Completion will be sent to you. This official documentation proves that the court mandated requirement has been fulfilled. Enroll today and learn how to create a happier, safer life for you and your family!
