Domestic Violence

True story: Sharon’s new boyfriend

Domestic violence can be described as any type of abusive behaviour by a person that tries to gain and hold control over the other. There are many forms of domestic violence such as physical violence, emotional abuse, sexual assault or social or financial control.

Sharon is a 16-year-old girl who has been together with her 19-year-old boyfriend Anthony for four months. Unfortunately, she suffered physical violence and emotional abuse which are two forms of domestic violence from her boyfriend.

In Sharon’s story, it was obvious that her boyfriend presented an abnormal, enormous ego which led to physical violence. However, Sharon didn’t notice that and continued to make a relationship with others. It is more serious that she chose to hide the bruises on her arms that Anthony did to her. If she ever tried to take actions to make her safe by talking to her families or friends, the following thing that Anthony hit her aggressively would never ever happen.

It is clear that Anthony’s personality of possessive shows selfhood. He allows himself to do things whatever he likes, however, for Sharon, no way! It is not fair at all.

From this story, a conclusion can be easily drawn that respect is important in any kind of relationships. People can build self-esteem to cope with and recover from domestic violence. You can choose to tell a friend about the things that are happening to you or tell an adult. This could be another family member or family friend, teacher, counsellor – someone you trust and feel comfortable with.Remember, do not go through anything involving domestic violence alone, things could be better if you get help!