The following resources describe intervention and treatment models and strategies that address the trauma children and youth may experience when they are exposed to domestic violence. Resources include State and local examples.
16 Trauma-Informed, Evidence-Based Recommendations for Advocates Working With Children Exposed to Intimate Partner Violence (PDF - 595 KB)
DeBoard-Lucas, Wasserman, Groves, & Bair-Merritt (2013)
Futures Without Violence
Recommends sixteen practical guidelines for child welfare professionals working with children exposed to intimate partner violence based on a comprehensive review of evidence-based therapeutic intervention models.
Comprehensive Review of Interventions for Children Exposed to Domestic Violence (PDF - 1,220 KB)
Chamberlain (2014)
Futures Without Violence
Reviews existing treatments for children exposed to domestic violence through analysis of literature reviews, evidence-based practice registries, and interviews with professionals in the field.
| Series Title | Bulletins for Professionals |
| Author(s) | Child Welfare Information Gateway |
| Availability | View Download (PDF - 416KB) Order (Free) |
| Year Published | 2014 |
Facts on Children's Exposure to Intimate Partner Violence (PDF - 196 KB)
Futures Without Violence
Discusses the effects of intimate partner violence on children and youths’ behavioral, emotional, physical, and mental health.
Interventions for Children Exposed to Domestic Violence: Core Principles
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Outlines key principles in providing treatment for children exposed to intimate partner violence, including facilitating family safety and seeking mental health resources. Treatment options may differ depending on children’s age and experience, as do symptoms, as outlined in Ages and Developmental Stages: Symptoms of Exposure.
Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma – Introduction [video]
Office for Victims of Crime (2013)
Outlines the short- and long-term mental and physical health challenges facing children exposed to ongoing traumatic experiences.
State and local examples
Professional Resources
Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (2018)
Provides audience-specific resources designed to equip professionals with the tools to intervene in situations involving intimate partner violence.
Facing the Facts: Impact of Exposure to Intimate Partner Violence on Children in the Home (PDF - 297 KB)
Hjelm (2014)
The Family & Children’s Trust Fund of Virginia
Outlines the impact of intimate partner violence on child development. This resource spotlights several national and State programs implementing cross-system collaboration in order to treat children exposed to intimate partner violence.
The Impact of Batterers on Children: An Ohio Model Community Response Protocol (PDF - 1,352 KB)
The Ohio Intimate Partner Violence Collaborative Statewide Planning Group (2015)
Explains how child protective services in Ohio can partner with communities in caring for children exposed to intimate partner violence.