Introduction to Domestic Abuse

Overview

To provide a foundational understanding of domestic abuse, its forms, impacts, and indicators, and to strengthen practitioners’ confidence in responding safely and appropriately.

Who is Introduction to Domestic Abuse aimed at?

Multi Agency practitioners

Course Length

a half day

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:-

• Describe the barriers that may prevent individuals from disclosing abuse or seeking help.
• Understand domestic abuse and recognise its various forms, including coercive and controlling behaviour.  
• Identify common signs and indicators of domestic abuse in adults and children.  
• Understand the short- and long-term impacts of domestic abuse on victims and survivors and their families  
• Know how and when to refer individuals to appropriate support services, in line with local safeguarding procedures.
• Consider the impact of domestic abuse on both the victim and (the perpetrators – moved to Mod 3) emotional and mental health and how to support and signpost appropriately (moved from Mod 1, originally located in Mod 2)  
• Consider learning from local case reviews (Serious Adults Reviews, Domestic Homicide Reviews and Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews)
• Increase understanding of victims’ responses to domestic abuse including why they may stay in an abusive relationship, or return back to the relationship