October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Michella Friesen, a coordinator at Crisis Intervention Services, says that it’s important that people be astute to potential domestic violence situations. Friesen says that domestic violence is not just physical violence, but also covers emotional manipulation and controlling behavior, among others. Friesen says if you think you or someone you know may be in a dangerous situation, you should contact the Crisis Intervention Hotline at 1-800-270-1620. She says people are always available 24 hours a day to help talk you through any situation.