Domestic and family violence

Summary: Domestic violence refers to acts of violence that occur between people in an intimate relationship in domestic settings; family violence is a broader term referring to violence between family members as well as violence between intimate partners. These violent acts include physical, sexual, emotional and psychological abuse. This book reveals the prevalence and causes of domestic and family violence, and explains ways of dealing with domestic abuse. Domestic violence is more than a crime, it is an abuse of power by someone in a position of trust. Are you safe in your own home? Also includes: w.

Record details

ISBN: 1922084301
ISBN: 9781922084309
ISBN: 192208431X
ISBN: 9781922084316
Physical Description: 1 online resource
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Publisher: Thirroul, N.S.W. : The Spinney Press, 2014.
Copyright: ©2014

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Chapter 1 -- Understanding domestic and family violence -- Chapter 2 -- Dealing with domestic and family violence -- Exploring issues -- worksheets and activities -- Index.
Restrictions on Access Note:	NLC staff and students only.