Despite the American public ranking domestic violence as one of the most serious national issues, a percentage consider the topic too taboo to discuss.
SALT LAKE CITY — Despite the American public ranking domestic violence as one of the most serious national issues, many still consider the topic too taboo to discuss.
Yet the same survey found that 34% of Americans believe that topic is too taboo to discuss, a 10% increase from 2014. "I think that one of the reasons why it has this air of being taboo is the immediate thought is with the victim.
Victims of domestic violence may also feel shame regarding their abuse, which can further isolate them, said Lindsay B. Gezinski, an associate professor at the University of Utah College of Social Work.
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