What is the difference between intimate partner violence and domestic violence? Intimate relationships are defined as current or former spouses, boyfriends, or girlfriends, including same sex relationships. Intimates are distinguished from:
Domestic relationships include intimate partners as well as family members. Violence between intimates is difficult to measure because it often occurs in private, and victims are often reluctant to report incidents to anyone because of shame or fear of reprisal. |
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