Abusive relationships are common throughout the Chicago area. The people within these relationships are often confused and scared about where they should go or what they should do if the situation escalates to something dangerous. People who are involved in abusive or potentially abusive … [...]
Women
Battered mothers face uphill battle in custody disputes
Domestic violence affects many families in Chicago, Illinois; the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence reports it served more than 40,000 adult survivors in 2012 alone. For victims, seeking help and leaving an abusive relationship is often difficult. Sadly, when battered mothers try to … [...]