“…The current relationship between first responders and their community is also well-researched, with supportive responses related to the reinforcement of help-seeking behavior, enhanced feelings of capability and resilience, and an increased likelihood of leaving the abusive relationship. On the other hand, unsupportive responses may lead to secondary victimization and the suppression of help-seeking behavior (Sereno et al, 2023). This has become of particular importance given the increased rates of IPV during the pandemic (Wood, Yirgu, et al, 2022).…”