Gynecology » Healthy Women » Domestic Violence Mammography Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Abnormal Pap Smear Breast Self Examination Depression Endometriosis Exercise Fibriods Hormone Replacement Therapy Incontinence Osteoporosis Menopause Perimenopause Premenstrual Syndrome Bone Density Testing Sexually Transmitted Diseases AIDS Domestic Violence Smoking Cessation   » go to Healthy Teens Abuse is forceful, controlling behavior that makes a woman do what the abuser wants without regards to her feelings about her body or health. A woman is considered abused if she has repeated physical or emotional harm done to her by a person she has an intimate relationship with. TYPES OF ABUSE Battering and physical assault Sexual assault Emotional or psychological abuse GETTING HELP: SAFETY PLANNING If you are still in the relationship: Think of a safe place to go if an argument develops Make a list of safe people to contact Keep change with you at all times Memorize important phone numbers Establish a “code word or sign” so family members know when to call for help Keep a prepacked suitcase for self and children Keep spare set of car keys or an alternative form of transportation If you have left the relationship: Change your phone number Screen calls/ caller ID Save and document all calls and messages Change locks Only meet partner in a public place if you must meet him Vary your routine Notify school and work contacts Try to avoid staying alone ASSISTANCE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE: 1 (800) 799-7233 Ky Statewide Crisis 1 (502) 581-7222 (they accept collect calls) State Police 1 (800) 222-5555

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