Victoria Police regard family violence and abuse as extremely serious, often resulting in criminal behaviour. The nature of violence in family relationships is seen as particularly insidious because it is an abuse of trust. There is often a continuing threat to a victim’s life, or the lives of their children and extended family members. Working…
Army chief David Morrison says there’s a breathtaking level of violence perpetrated by men against women, and other men can’t be bystanders. What can I do? Domestic violence is unacceptable and if you see it occur or are a victim of it, you should report it. Everyone has a right to be safe from any…
“Australian of the Year Rosie Batty has helped launch a new domestic violence app, designed to help young women.” Violent relationships aren’t limited to black eyes so it’s vital women are empowered to deal with psychological abuse as well, Australian of the Year Rosie Batty says. Ms Batty, who became an anti-domestic violence campaigner after…
Anxiety can be best defined as what we imagine will happen in the future concerning an event or situation. It is essentially a learned anticipatory response.