Domestic violence is awful because it affects the victims for the rest of their lives and also affects those who are close to them. It is unfortunate because when children are involved it teaches them that's how they should treat others or how they should let people treat them. Women who are victims often feel trapped financially, or for other reasons, and feel that they have no other option but to stay in the violent situation. These women should create some sort of safety plan or escape route that they can follow when they fear for their safety or lives, especially when children are involved