Exposure to Domestic Violence and its impact on children has been associated with a variety of problems in their development including: Emotional problems: crying, anxiety and sadness; repressed feelings of fear, anger, guilt and confusion…
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Forms of Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence is usually a pattern of behaviour aimed at controlling the victim. However, in some circumstances it may be an incident of physical violence in response to the other person’s ongoing patterns of power…
Women On the Verge
Women On the Verge is an 8 week program providing support, information and encouragement for women dealing with the effects of Domestic and Family Violence. Participants benefit from a safe and supportive environment with experienced facilitators. The…
Community Partnerships Against Domestic and Family Violence.
Community Partnerships Against Domestic and Family Violence (CPADFV) provide a broad range of assistance including case management, programs, support talking to the Police, and referral to other services. Support rooms in Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Taree…
Aboriginal Experience
Exposure to Violence and Children’s Brain Development
Monsters In the Closet – Domestic Violence From a Child’s View
Trauma and Children
Repeated exposure to violence can result in the development of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in young children. PTSD is a stress disorder which can develop in children as a result of directly experiencing, witnessing or…
North Coast Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service
The North Coast Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (NCCAS) provides information, support at court and referrals to women and children who need protection and are considering legal intervention. HOW NCCAS HELP An Apprehended Domestic…
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