Holidays Add to Stress for Domestic Violence Survivors

Why the holidays can be a dangerous time for victims of intimate partner violence

The holiday season can be especially difficult for anyone experiencing intimate partner violence, says advocates, adding such abuse can take different forms. While gathering with family and friends, "if you see something, you say something," says the executive director of London-based Anova, Ontario's largest women's shelter.

Holidays add to stress for domestic violence survivors

GreenHouse 17 is one of 15 emergency domestic violence shelters statewide with 24/7 assistance.

Domestic violence spikes during holidays; survivors share advice

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YWCA Executive Director says the holidays can look different for domestic violence survivors

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The holidays are typically filled with joy, friendship and laughter, but for some domestic violence survivors, they can be tough.

The Spring of Tampa Bay says domestic violence incidents may increase around the holidays

The Spring of Tampa Bay says domestic violence incidents may increase around the Christmas holiday.Mindy Murphy is President and CEO of the Spring of Tampa Bay.She said incidents increased around the holidays last year."Domestic violence is happening every day of the year...Last year, the entire year, we had an unusually high volume of domestic violence in Hillsborough County," she said.WATCH: The Spring of Tampa Bay says domestic violence incid…

Crisis Center reminds victims help is available especially during the holidays

The holidays can be a stressful time of year for anyone, but for people living in an abusive household, the season comes with even greater obstacles to overcome.