Battered Woman Syndrome (BWS) is characterized by a cycle of violence. This cycle has three phases: (1) Tension-building phase; (2) The Acute battering incident; and (3) Tranquil, loving phase or non-violent phase at least. This definition is from the Supreme Court.
Women who are victims of domestic violence may reach out to their Barangay VAW desk or the nearest local Social Welfare and Development Office.
