New Directions is approved by the Los Angeles County Probation Department Domestic Violence Unit to provide an approved 52 week treatment program for those arrested.
Call 562-944-3735 for information and appointments..
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Other Programs Offered at New DirectionsDomestic Violence Defined California (Penal Code 13700)(Penal Code 273.5)
Abuse means intentionally or recklessly causing or attempting to cause bodily injury, or placing another person in reasonable apprehension of imminent serious bodily injury to that person or another in physical violence or the threat of physical violence. Domestic violence means abuse committed against an adult or a fully emancipated minor who is a spouse, former spouse, cohabitant, former cohabitant, or parent of a child (in common), or current or former dating or engagement relationship.
In California this definition has been interpreted by the courts to include emotional, verbal and psychological abuse, as well as stalking and coercive behavior.
Cycle of Violence For a person in an abusive relationship, the cycle of violence can cause reactions and behaviors that may look confusing to us.
A person may come to work with a black eye and the next day receives a bouquet of roses from a partner. The victim understands what is happening and lives with the contradictions, but we may not understand. 1: Tension Building-During the Tension Building phase of the domestic violence dynamic, the abused partner walks on eggshells, monitors the abuser's behavior carefully and waits for violence to explode. The victim feels escalating fear and tension as the abuser exerts power and increases control. 2: Trigger-The Trigger is the excuse the abuser uses to act out against the victim. A trigger may be anything and is part of the abuse - a misplaced book, a piece of burned toast, a look or a wrinkle in a shirt.
Defining Domestic Violence Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive behavior in which one person attempts to control another person through threats or actual use of physical, emotional, sexual, financial and spiritual abuse.
Domestic violence can include:
- Physical violence: Hitting, choking or pushing
- Emotional abuse: Name calling and threats
- Financial abuse: Preventing access to bank accounts, credit cards or other financial resources
- Sexual abuse: Any forced sexual activity
- Spiritual abuse: Keeping someone from going to a place of worship or using scriptures to justify abuse.
Watch for these warning signs if you suspect someone at work may be abused.Physical Signs
- Bruises or injuries attributed to falls, clumsiness or accidents
- Clothing that is inappropriate for the season, such as long sleeves, turtlenecks, scarves, hats and sunglasses
- Unusually heavy makeup
Emotional Abuse: Emotional abuse includes verbal abuse such as yelling, name-calling, blaming, and shaming. Isolation, intimidation, and controlling behavior also fall under emotional abuse. Additionally, abusers who use emotional or psychological abuse often throw in threats of physical violence.
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En Espanol Nuevas Direcciones son aprobadas por el Departamento de Libertad Condicional de Condado de Los Angeles Unidad Doméstica de Violencia para proporcionar un 52 programa de tratamiento de semana. Llame 562-944-3735 para la información y appointments.El abuso doméstico, abuso también conocido como conyugal, ocurre cuándo una persona en una relación o el casamiento íntimos trata de dominar y controlar a la otra persona. El abuso doméstico que incluye violencia física es llamado violencia doméstica. Click for information about Substance Abuse Evaluations. Victims
You don’t have to live in fear If you are afraid for your safety or have been beaten by your partner: