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Why the Children Need to Be Protected at All Costs Whenever Domestic Violence Affects the Parents

There's never any excuse for violence and certainly when it comes to the younger members of society. Even so, a sizeable number of children across the country will face some type of violence in the family home this year and serious repercussions can be expected for all involved. Why is this such a big problem and what can be done about it?

A Bigger Problem Than You Might Think

Violence comes in many shapes and forms, but it's important to understand what effect it has on the victims. When the word is mentioned, it's usual to associate it with a physical act, but it could equally refer to threatening behaviour that seeks to influence or control somebody else, or leave them in a state of fear. Physical assault is just one scenario that needs to be addressed.

Subtle Effects of Violence

Children can be a victim of a violent act even if they only witness it and are not directly involved, per se. This will be especially the case if it involves their parents, to whom they look up and expect a lot more. It's not unusual for children to experience emotional difficulties long after the fact.

How a Child Can Be Affected

A young mind can be in turmoil in such a situation. Not only may they feel afraid for themselves, but they may sympathise with the victim and start to take sides. They may even think that they should intervene in some way. As this continues, a child can go through a cycle of withdrawal, followed by aggression or depression. They can come to question themselves and build up low self-esteem. In the worst-case scenario, antisocial behaviour can manifest itself in the child and this could lead to issues at school and beyond.

If a child lives in a house that is affected by domestic violence on an ongoing basis, there is a big risk that they could develop significant social issues when they mature. They may find it hard to adjust, could turn to drugs or alcohol or themselves perpetrate violence.

The Perils of Separation

If the two parents are living together and one of them has been violent towards the other, the innocent party can at least understand what's happening and take some direct action to tackle the problem. However, if these two individuals have separated, then it can be even more difficult to get a handle on the situation.

Taking a Stance

The aggrieved party has to understand that they are not the only one at risk, as the children can be innocent bystanders and can suffer considerably, as a consequence. In addition to talking to the relevant authorities, it's important to talk with a lawyer about creating strict parenting orders, to safeguard the child and bring him or her out of the firing line.

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The Brave and the Bold: Blogs About Business Attorneys

Welcome to my blog. My name is Edna. I was named after my grandmother, and my parents always hoped that I would inherit her business acumen. After her husband died when she was in her early twenties, my grandma ran the family business on her own, and by the time her children had grown and she was ready to retire, it had blossomed into an extremely successful enterprise. I was always inspired by her, and I eventually decided to start a business of my own. Many people were instrumental in that process, but my business attorney was especially helpful. I wanted to create a blog on business attorneys to inform and educate people who own businesses or who are thinking about starting one. I hope you like these posts. Thank you for reading!

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