Impact
Experiencing domestic violence can leave deep emotional wounds, increasing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and feelings of shame or isolation. These effects can last long after danger ends, but healing is possible with safety, support, and help.
Domestic Violence and Mental Health
Domestic violence is a pattern of controlling, threatening, or violent behavior in close relationships. It can undermine self-worth, create ongoing fear, and increase risk of anxiety, depression, self-harm, and substance misuse, especially when support and safety feel out of reach.