What are some consequences of witnessing family violence?

What will be an ideal response?


Reports from battered women show that the majority of children do witness domestic violence; some actually see their mothers being beaten and raped. They hear their parent screaming and crying; they see the effects of blood, bruises, or broken windows and furniture. Violence towards an intimate partner causes a variety of psychological problems for the children and places them at greater risk for delinquency and adult criminality. Children witnessing family violence is being linked with a variety of problems, from aggression and hostility to depression and cognitive impairment. Answers will vary.

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