Stella Damasus, a Nigerian actress, has urged those who are concerned to refrain from criticizing domestic violence victims who decide to stay with their partners.
The actress stated on her Instagram page that it is common for individuals to make sure victims get away from their abusers.
But repeatedly criticizing and belittling them simply makes their situation worse.
“We shouldn’t begin by requesting their reasons for remaining,’ What keeps you there? No, you are only making their difficulties worse. They have either been brainwashed or mentally abused and believe it is their responsibility.
Some of them are led to believe that they are worthless without their partner, according to Stella Damasus.
She explained that these questions can traumatise the victims further, especially since their self-esteem has been affected.
Stella Damasus added, “so it is not fair to ask them these questions making them feel the way their spouse makes them feel. The best way to do it is to understand, listen and then find help for them.â€
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She stated that people can help abused victims in many ways including finding shelter for them, and reporting the case to law enforcement agencies among others.
“Whatever you can do for them start there,†the actress said.