Family and domestic violence constitutes any behaviour that is violent, threatening, controlling or intended to make you or your family feel scared and unsafe.
Family and domestic violence can occur in all kinds of relationships, including:
Past or current intimate relationships including relationships where you are dating or living together, regardless of gender or sexuality
Relationships involving carers of people with a disability or a medical condition, or elders
Relationships with relatives and guardians
Culturally recognised family groups.
It includes controlling behaviour, physical violence, sexual assault, emotional abuse, stalking, technology facilitated abuse and financial abuse.
Explore the links for resources and information on where to get help.
Suitable for
All staff.
Category and User Level
This resource aligns with the Health and Wellbeing (APS People) category at the Practitioner level.
