EFFECTS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE ON ADULTS AND CHILDREN
HOW ABUSE AFFECTS ADULTS
FEELINGS
Shame and Humiliation
Helplessness and Fear
Sadness and Anxiety
Lack of confidence
Lack of self worth
Inability to trust
Insecurity
Emotional Anorexia
CONSEQUENCES
Depression – Intense mood swings, Loss of interest in everything
Suicidal Thoughts – The intent to cause self harm
Violent Thoughts and Underlying Aggression
Social Impairment affecting other relationships and friendships
Changes in personality – Becomes more withdrawn
HOW ABUSE AFFECTS CHILDREN
FEELINGS
Feel Responsible
Fear
Guilt
Shame
Sadness
Depression
Anger
Anxiety
Disrespectfullness
CONSEQUENCES
Aggression/Bullying
Acting out/Withdrawn
Lack of focus
Developmental delays
Suicidal or risky behavior
Alcohol/Drug abuse
Vandalism/Juvenile Delinquency
Sexual Promiscuity
Long term health issues such as diabetes, obesity, depression etc.
Boys can become abusive, while girls believe that violence is normal