The cost of domestic violence goes far beyond bruises.
Black women who are battered are at greater risk for the following than their counterparts who aren't abused: Physical ailments, mental health issues, suicide, lowered likelihood of practicing safe sex and greater likelihood of substance abuse during pregnancy.
In addition, the cost of direct medical and mental health services linked to domestic violence is $4.1 billion a year, according to NCADV.
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