Rachel interviews guest, Vida Mendez, MSW, who has worked with domestic violence offenders and forensic populations for years. Vida discusses what is considered abusive, what early behaviors are precursors to violence, and the cycle of abuse. The conversation also covers the profile of DV offenders, hypothetical red-flag dating scenarios, signs that someone is a victim to domestic abuse, and the most high-risk violence behaviors.

Domestic violence is a serious issue. The goal of this episode is to educate listeners on how to prevent themselves from becoming a victim, and offer insight on this complex issue. If you or someone you know is a victim to domestic violence or abuse, you can contact your local crisis center, or any of the following resources:
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 
Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741