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Abuse victims urged to turn to doctors, not just police

Original: If you're being abused, you don't have to start with the police. 💜 Coercive control, intimidation, and fear at home are

A physician is urging people experiencing domestic abuse, including coercive control and intimidation, that they do not have to begin by going to the police. They argue abuse is also a health issue and that many victims feel safer confiding in a trusted family doctor, who can listen without judgment and document the harm.

Why now: The message reframes domestic abuse as a health matter, offering a less intimidating first step for victims.

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• If you're being abused, you don't have to start with the police. 💜 Coercive control, intimidation, and fear at home are health issues too. Many people feel safer talking with a physician they already know and trust. Your doctor can listen without judgment, document what's… · nobodypsyd · 2

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