Tuesday
Tuesday – Safeguarding Children who are Victims of Domestic Abuse
Approximately 1 in 7 children have been exposed to domestic abuse. It is crucial to understand that children never just ‘witness’ domestic abuse; the law now recognises children as victims in their own right.
Exposure to domestic abuse is an adverse childhood experience (ACE) and a form of child abuse. It can have a significant impact on a child’s development, behaviour, health, education and overall wellbeing, that can persist well into adulthood.
Listen to Rachel Windebank, from Stop Domestic Abuse, talk about the immediate and long-term effects being a victim of domestic abuse can have on children and how we can help together. Learn more about the specialist support services available for children in Hampshire.
Support for children and young people
Support for young people and children | Health and social care | Hampshire County Council
The most effective way to support children is to help them and their families. Just like adult victims, children must have access to high-quality domestic abuse services that are timely and easily accessible. These services should not only focus on immediate safety but also promote long-term recovery to build a safer and happier future.
A number of local services and organisations provide therapeutic services and support programmes for children and families. These can be accessed within the support section of the toolkit.
If you do one thing…
Know and use the support and services available in Hampshire for children and young people who are victims of domestic abuse.
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