According to the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men has experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. The problem affects every socioeconomic group. We examine stereotypes and myths about domestic violence, why it remains such a prevalent problem and offer resources where people can turn for help if they are in an abusive relationship.
Guests
Francine Garland Stark, executive director, Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence
Jeff Trafton, Waldo County sheriff, focuses on domestic violence issues due to his own personal experience with it as a child
Shira Burns, assistant district attorney, York County
Patrisha McLean (by phone), photojournalist, domestic abuse survivor, former wife of musician Don McLean
Lisa Marchese (by phone), deputy attorney general; chief, criminal division; Office of the Attorney General
Resources
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1−800−799−7233
- Maine Domestic Abuse Helpline: 1-866-834-HELP
- Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence: Statistics
- National Coalition Against Domestic Violence: Statistics
- York County opens support center for children in sex abuse cases
- ‘Hope and healing’ for child sexual assault victims
- Former wife of Don McLean creates exhibit featuring victim of domestic abuse