to do that...since they are under their control.

Back home, when you reach the age of 18, you are considered an adult and can do what you wish.

Unfortunately, abuse happens everywhere...at least there are women like the author of the article that are fighting to change the laws so that they will protect woman against abuse, LEGALLY.

If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you; that is the main difference between a dog and man.
-Mark Twain-