Domestic Violence And Homelessness

Domestic violence could be categorized by a pattern of coercive control over all of the key aspects of the woman’s life. They include physical and sexual violence, emotional abuse, threats and intimidation, financial control and the destruction of property and pets.

It is widely accepted that women should have a specific need for safe shelter, whatever their household circumstances. Domestic violence is definitely a dominant cause of homelessness for women and their children. Many victims confront homeless when they escape from the abusive homes. Their experience has also been confused by the economic instability, often sustained by the abusers.

It is arguable that female homelessness is not less common than male homelessness, it is