Many Americans report domestic violence, experts urge open discussion.

Almost 5.4 million Americans have reported experiencing domestic violence in the past five years, with a majority being women. Domestic homicides have more than doubled from 2019 to 2024, raising concerns among experts. Lisa DeSort’s daughter was tragically killed in 2022 by her ex-boyfriend, shedding light on the pervasive issue of intimate partner violence. Despite efforts to raise awareness, domestic violence rates remain high, with calls for increased education and support to break the cycle of abuse.

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