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Children never just ‘witness’ domestic abuse. It always hurts them, even when they themselves are not the direct object of abuse. Living in an abusive situation can seriously affect a young person’s physical and mental wellbeing

UK-wide charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse, for everyone and for good. Has very good information on the help available to women with disabilities.

Women with disabilities are twice as likely to experience domestic abuse, sexual assault and rape as non-disabled women. This is especially true when they are in relationships with men who don’t have disabilities. Disabled women experience the

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Domestic abuse is no respecter of persons. Victims and abusers come from all sexual orientations, gender identities, cultures, social classes, ages, religions, and political beliefs. LGBTQ+ relationships are no different.

Yes, men do experience domestic abuse with gay and transgender men being especially vulnerable. However, research consistently shows that when men are involved in domestic abuse, it is as perpetrators rather than victims.

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Domestic abuse does not discriminate on the basis of age. Any older or any elderly person can be abused, regardless of gender, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.