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Understanding the Hidden Barriers and How Open Haven Supports Women After They Escape Violence When people hear about domestic violence, a common question is why does she not just leave. From the outside it might seem like the obvious solution. In reality it is a complex and often dangerous turning point. Abuse is rarely a single incident. It is a long pattern designed to slowly limit a woman’s independence until she feels she has no way out. Abuse Comes in Many Forms Domesti