Effects Of Domestic Violence On Children

Effects of Domestic Violence on Children: Children learn behavior from their parents. When there is violence in the home, children are at a high risk of repeating those patterns—they grow up to be violent and to accept violence as normal in their relationships.

1. Children who witness domestic violence are 4 times more likely to be arrested in the future and 8 times more likely to commit suicide.

2. Children may experience any of the following: Effects of DV on children

3. Fear, anger

4. Slowed developmental capacities

5. Poor school performance, low self-esteem

6. Difficulty relating to peers

7. Running away from home

8. Aggressive language and behavior

9. Substance abuse

10. Parentification heightened sense of responsibility

Domestic Violence is a form of child abuse. By abusing you, your partner is not being “good to the kids.” Showing attention or affection to the children cannot make up for denying them their right to a safe and happy childhood.

While people are encouraged to stay at home, you may feel isolated from your friends and family. Even if you are isolated, try to maintain social connections online or over the phone if it is safe to do so, and try to stick to your daily routines as much as possible.

Reach out for help.

For any victims and survivors who need support, we are here for you, 24/7. Call 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224 for TTY, or if you’re unable to speak safely, you can log onto thehotline.org or text LOVEIS to 22522.

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