Confronting Domestic Violence (Paperback, New Ed)

The latest statistics show that one in four women in the UK experience domestic violence. This book looks at the causes and effects of domestic violence, why some people abuse others and the reasons why people stay in abusive relationships. There is also a chapter on seeking help, including the range of services that are available to partners and their children. The information comes from a wide variety of sources and includes government reports and statistics, newspaper reports, features, magazine articles and surveys, literature from lobby groups and charitable organisations.