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Table 2: Keys to identify violence. |
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If you feel that… |
Reality is that… |
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It’s normal and it only happens to you |
What you are going through happens to several women regardless of social, economic, cultural level or nationality |
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You must feel guilt or shame |
You are not to blame; it is not in your hands to change the aggressor’s behavior |
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The situation of violence is temporary, and the situation will improve |
The violence will increase. The aggressor does not keep promises or dialogue, he only manipulates and controls |
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It’s better to hold on for your kids |
You must get out of this situation as soon as possible because your children are also victims |
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It is normal to think that only certain types of women suffer |
Any woman can suffer from it, but more often, those who have a condition of emotional and socioeconomic vulnerability |