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If you have a friend who is the victim of domestic violence, you're not alone.  There are practical things you can do to help at this time of trial and difficulty. Here are some tips.

Friends are one of the first people victims of domestic violence turn to for help, no matter where they are from.Here are some practical things you can do if you have a friend suffering from domestic violence.

Sr. Shahina Siddiqui is Executive Director of The Islamic Social Services Association of the United States and Canada (ISSA).  Sound Vision interviewed her about the social issues and problems confronting Muslims in North America.

For many Muslim couples who do not have family in the West, the Imam is one of the few people who has an Islamic background and is an authority figure, and therefore, can help them sort out their problems.

Family and friends can play an important but hidden role in helping married couples maintain a strong relationship. Parent and in-laws and friends all can help a couple work through their disagreements.

Family and friends can play an important but hidden role in helping married couples maintain a strong relationship. Parent and in-laws and friends all can help a couple work through their disagreements.

All marriages have problems, minor and major, but there are certain issues, which are common to almost all couples. Here are some of the issues that cause contention amongst couples and possible solutions.