Did you know that domestic violence is the leading cause of injury in women in the United States? You may not have experienced this yourself, or think that you don’t have anyone in your life who is a victim of domestic violence, but it is a lot more common than you think. Domestic violence can show up in many different ways, and it often begins as verbal abuse.

Nikki Ticknor joins me today to discuss domestic violence and what it may look like in different scenarios. Nikki is a licensed professional counselor and certified domestic violence professional. She has worked in the field of domestic violence since 2005 and lives in Illinois with her husband and two sons.

In this episode we talk about warning signs of domestic violence, what to do when you are in a domestic violent relationship, how to protect yourself and more. We also discuss why many victims don’t leave abusive relationships, and how friends and family can help someone who is experiencing domestic violence.

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