What are the effects of domestic violence, mentally and physically?

Domestic violence harms victims in many ways. Some of the most common effects of domestic violence include:

• Physical injury, such as bruises, sprains, fractures, and broken bones
• Chronic fatigue
• Tremors and always feeling “on edge”
• Sleep problems
• Sexual dysfunction
• Depression and anxiety
• PTSD
• Low self-esteem
• Addiction to drugs or alcohol