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Domestic Violence


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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 with domestic violence. If there are any local organisations that you would like to see listed, please click here.


If you would like to see some national organisations, please click here.


Leeds Domestic Violence Service


Our mission is to support anyone in Leeds affected by domestic violence and abuse. We work with people of all genders, including women, men and non-binary people, to understand their experiences and move forward in a way that works for them.



We are commissioned by the local authority and are made up of staff from three specialist organisations in Leeds, who have decades of experience working with people affected by domestic violence and abuse. These three specialist organisations are Leeds Women’s Aid, Behind Closed Doors, and Women’s Health Matters.


Staff from these organisations are dedicated, non-judgemental and highly experienced in supporting people affected by domestic violence and abuse. We work together to make sure clients get the best all-round support.


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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.

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