Domestic abuse is a serious and prevalent issue in our society. The main way to help protect yourself and others is to arm yourself with the signs of an abusive relationship. Learning what the warning signs are can help you prevent a problem, and preventing problems is always better than trying to fix it later. Domestic abuse is defined as’ “when one person in an intimate relationship or marriage tries to dominate and control the other person”. Domestic abuse that involves violence is called domestic violence. This guide also says to call 911 if you need immediate assistance or have already been hurt.