This presentation will focus on the issue of domestic violence and child abuse and the devastating toll it has taken on our children. Children who become victims, either through abuse, neglect, or witnessing parental domestic violence, are more likely to become involved in youth violence and other violent adult behaviors. Children caught in the middle of domestic violence are often overlooked by service providers. This workshop will emphasize the importance of recognizing that these children are victims not only by witnessing the violence but often by being abused as a direct result of the violence.
Learning Objectives:
Gain a general knowledge of the correlation between domestic violence and child abuse
Recognize the long lasting effects of domestic violence on the home and children
Understand the importance of initial and long term counseling with children
