“They’re, as what I like to say, walking on eggshells,” said Rhonda Voss, a survivor of domestic violence. She described what current victims might be going through: “You just never know what little thing that you do that might set them off — or even what might set them off, even if you don’t do it.” 

For many people, social distancing is a boring slog. Take one look at social media and you’ll find people binge-watching shows and taking care of their sourdough starter.

For those in abusive relationships, however, staying at home is a nightmare. As Voss described, these people may feel trapped, frightened, or scared for themselves and their children if they’re parents.  Read more…

More about Domestic Violence, Coronavirus, Covid 19, Social Distancing, and Social Good
Mashable