Domestic Violence
Some 1.2 million women and 700,000 men experience domestic violence each year, according to the Office for National Statistics.
However, these figures relate only to official reports of violence, with the real figure likely to be much higher. The effect on survivors' mental health is profound and obvious.
- Domestic violence has an estimated overall cost to mental healthcare of £176 million.
- Research suggests that people experiencing domestic abuse are more likely to experience mental health problems. In contrast, women with mental health problems are more likely to be domestically abused, with 30-60% of people with mental health problems have experienced domestic violence.
- Domestic violence is associated with depression, anxiety, PTSD and substance abuse in the general population.
- Exposure to domestic violence has a significant impact on children's mental health. Many studies have found strong links between poorer educational outcomes and higher levels of mental health problems.
Support
Below are some local organisations that may be able to help you. If there are any organisations that you think should be listed, please let us know by clicking here.
If you would like to see some national organisations, please click here.
DASH Charity
We provide specialist support to adults and children experiencing mental health issues, modern slavery, immigration, trafficking, homelessness and complex needs associated with Domestic Abuse, empowering them to live a life beyond crisis and ensuring their voices are heard.
We help victims access free legal help, obtain injunctions, arrange for them to have screens and video-links if giving evidence at court and we will support them on the day.
It is vitally important that you contact the police on 999 if you are in immediate danger or 101 if the threat is not imminent. Nobody should be victim to domestic violence. You can also text 999 if you have registered for emergencySMS services.
That's Mental Mate!
