Tag: #DomesticViolence
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE – Reflections on 2016
The underplaying of domestic and family violence, like it’s not the same as “other” violence continues.
Anglicare’s ‘We Care’ campaign supports victims of domestic violence
There are still big things we don’t yet widely understand about domestic violence. First, many people still ask “why doesn’t she just leave?” when...
What a month!
It’s been a tumultuous month in the media for domestic and family violence, and the myriad social issues that surround it, and for all the wrong reasons.
MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS Domestic violence and mental health
But the effects of domestic violence reach far beyond the momentary fear of a situation. Even after it is stopped (if it is stopped),...
Naming and overcoming violence
Domestic and family violence. Our very own dirty little secret. Hiding in plain sight in our homes, our towns and our cities. Currently responsible for killing two women a week in Australia, it is the leading cause of death in women under 50.