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Impact of Domestic Violence

Domestic violence has a demonstrable, long-term impact on the adult victim as well as children who witness violence. It also has adverse affects on the community at large. The following resources offer policy, research, and practice information to child welfare professionals on the importance of addressing the impact domestic violence has on children, victims, and the community.

• Impact on children and youth
• Impact on victims
• Impact on the community

Updated on December 18, 2008