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3.  What can we conclude from this data? As a recent article in The Washington Postputs it: “When it comes to equal pay, the American woman is stuck in a proverbial waiting room. But the number on her ticket, the length of her stay, largely depends on where she lives and to whom she was born.” In other words, the status of women in this country is incredibly complex, and as a result, there is no simple, one-size-fits-all solution to achieving gender equality.

4. Types of violence against women  Violence strikes women from all kinds of backgrounds and of all ages. It can happen at work, on the street, or at home.  Dating violence  Domestic and intimate partner violence  Emotional abuse  Human trafficking  Same-sex relationship violence  Sexual assault and abuse  Stalking  Violence against immigrant and refugee women  Violence against women at work  Violence against women with disabilities

5.  Sometimes, women are attacked by strangers, but most often they are hurt by people who are close to them, such as a husband or partner. Whether you are attacked by a stranger or mistreated by a partner, violence and abuse can have terrible effects.  Experiencing abuse or an attack can lead to serious mental health problems, including post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. Some abused women try using drugs, alcohol, smoking, or overeating to cope, but this can lead to greater physical and emotional problems.  http://www.womenshealth.gov/index.html

6. KEYS TO A CHRISTIAN HOME HEALTHY FAMILIES Speak the Word in the home You need prayer in the home Make it a house of humility Attend Sunday School & Worship Be there for your kids. Discipline with consistency Build healthy morals and values