Assault and trauma can have a profound impact on any relationship, and lesbian relationships are no exception. In fact, research suggests that LGBTQ+ individuals, including lesbians, are at a higher risk of experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) and assault. A 2020 study published in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence found that nearly 1 in 5 lesbian couples reported experiencing IPV.
Assault and trauma can have a profound impact on any relationship, and lesbian relationships are no exception. In fact, research suggests that LGBTQ+ individuals, including lesbians, are at a higher risk of experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) and assault. A 2020 study published in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence found that nearly 1 in 5 lesbian couples reported experiencing IPV.