Contrary to what many people think, violence does not always stop after a breakup.

It can continue afterwards in different forms
(https://sosviolenceconjugale.ca/fr/outils/sos-infos/6-formes-de-violence-conjugale-post-separation ) and for different reasons, for example to convince the intimate partner to return to the relationship, maintain control or take revenge.

The intimate partner is therefore still confronted with this violence, which can be a challenge for their safety and that of their children.