R.K.
Although it sounds like she has other issues it also sounds like she may be suffering from ppd I think women with other psychological problems are at increased risk. She may not be being lazy but not doing anything because she is depressed. If she is on welfare she should be on Medicaid and they will cover mental health. If she is a threat to herself or others I believe she can be held at the hospital psych wing for a 24 hr watch. I think dads best bet is next time she hits him to call the police and let them handle her because if she changes her mind and wants baby at least her violence will be on police record.