Valerie Weir Discusses Strategies to Reduce Domestic Violence

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and it’s a good opportunity to educate people about how dangerous a violent relationship can be.

Domestic violence affects millions, both women and men, of every race, religion, culture and status. And it goes beyond physical and sexual abuse. It also includes verbal or emotional maltreatment, financial exploitation and even digital abuse. Valerie Weir, BSN, RN, FNE-A/P, CMSRN, Domestic Violence Coordinator for GBMC’s SAFE program, offers some of the warning signs of domestic violence..