October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In today's episode, learn about the prevalence of domestic violence, the links between systemic racism and domestic violence, the psychology of victims and survivors, and how to support those affected by domestic violence. Resources: Huecker MR, King KC, Jordan GA, et al. Domestic Violence. [Updated 2023 Apr 9]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2023 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499891/ https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1821204116 https://m4bl.org/policy-platforms/end-the-war-black-women/ https://sanctuaryforfamilies.org/our-approach/advocacy/justice-for-incarcerated-survivors-ny/ https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/how-to-make-a-go-bag-when-leaving-an-abusive-relationship/ If you or someone you know is currently a victim of domestic violence, help and support are available. Please call your local domestic violence response organization, or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. The call is free and confidential and someone is available to support you 24/7, 365 days a year. Book The Black Woman’s Guide to Overcoming Domestic Violence: Tools to Move Beyond Trauma, Reclaim, Freedom & Create the Life You Deserve By: Shavonne J. Moore-Lobban PhD & Robyn L. Gobin PhD Connect with Dr. Cherie: https://www.instagram.com/drcherie_holisticcoach/  www.instagram.com/passionatestewardshippodcast https://lcconsultingandcoaching.com/  Sign-Up for the Passionate Stewardship Box: https://the-passionate-stewardship-box-64f1fee85eaca.subbly.me/