A study conducted by the by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, has found half of children who are exposed to intimate partner violence experience both mental and physical health issues.
The study involved 1500 first time mothers and infants and found 1 in 4 of the mothers and children were exposed to intimate partner violence.
Health issues related to the children exposed to the violence included asthma, high blood pressure and sleeping problems.
Experts believe more research should be conducted for health and social services to effectively identify and intervene as children are being overlooked as victims of domestic violence.
If you, or anyone you know is affected by the contents of this story, please contact:
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 811 811
Lifeline (24-hour Crisis Line): 131 114
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Produced By: Elissa Napier
Featured In Story: Professor Stephanie Brown – Group leader at Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, Bridget Harris – Senior Research Fellow at Queensland University of Technology, and Kelly-Ann Tansley – Deputy CEO of DVConnect
First aired on The Wire, Friday, 23 April 2021