This paper will examine the history and manifestation of domestic violence from a variety of aspects. It will discuss the abused and the abuser, its causes and effects, current trends and the possibility for remedying this social problem in future. This essay will argue that domestic violence must be addressed in a holistic fashion rather than in its particulars. For example, while violence against women, violence against children, and pornography are often regarded as separate issues by policymakers, in fact research has shown that all three are related manifestations that share similar underlying characteristics. 19 pgs. 41 f/c. 8b.