Christmas and Domestic Violence


	Christmas and Domestic Violence

sahara

12-14-2007 11:41 PM

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sahara says:

"Christmas for most is a time of fun and family, however, for some the emotional strain of the season can contribute to a rise in domestic violence,"
A sad truth.

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