Psychology of Domestic Violence
Course available: in-house only (on a date and location of your choice)
Duration: half-day
Delegates will explore the nature and development of the psychology of domestic violence. Participants will hear the debates surrounding the types of violence that may amount to domestic abuse, as well as looking at some of the central areas in psychology relating to an understanding of the situations of victim and perpetrator.
Course contains
- What is domestic violence?
- Myths
- Risk factors
- Why victims choose to stay in a violent relationship
- Definition and language
- Impact on children
- Psychology of perpetrators.
Suitable for
Advisers working with victims of dometic violence, who wish to understand the current thinking and psychology behind the behaviour of both victims and perpetrators. No previous domestic violence training or knowledge is necessary.
