When you suspect someone you know is going through domestic violence, you’ll probably look for something physical, like broken bones or bruises. But not all signs of domestic violence are black and blue.

Every minute, 20 people experience physical abuse by an intimate partner.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – One in three women and one in four men have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. UNF is doing its part to educate and raise awareness about domestic violence, which, according to domestic violence advocates, affects more than 10 million people yearly across the United States. During the pandemic, domestic violence has increased in the home due to partners being isolated together, UNF said. Take Back the Night went virtual this year to shed light on those affected, harmed and killed by domestic violence.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - A domestic violence survivor helping to raise awareness about the issue said Tuesday that even 25 years later, sharing her story brings the nightmares back.October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Hubbard House and several partners, including the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, joined forces to shed light on the issue. We're talking about violence and terrorism within the context of the home, within the context of a relationship and that it can be very deadly if you can't get help, said Gail Patin, CEO of Hubbard House, a local domestic violence shelter. It's day and night.According to a fatality report, Duval County reported 13 domestic violence related deaths last year, with 12 involving intimate partners. Domestic violence advocates encourage victims to take the first steps. Hubbard House will have a #DetectDV social media campaign this month that will provide questions to help loved ones spot signs of domestic violence in intimate partner relationships.