…networks. Important and disturbing new data on the devastating cases of women who take their own lives as a result of coercive and controlling behaviour reinforces the need for the…
…in securing an arrest, charge and conviction for coercive control after a six year relationship with a controlling and coercive partner. She credits the conviction and restraining order with allowing…
…a tool for coercive control, including to justify further restricting their access to money. Almost three quarters (73%) of women living with and having financial links with the abuser said…
…behaviour. She finally summoned the courage to leave Paul when he hit their son, Carlos, aged 8, with a belt. A social worker helped Maria and Carlos to find alternative…
…and this law change is a positive step towards greater awareness and recognition of the immense damage caused by controlling behaviours. It is imperative that sentencing for male violence reflects…
…For example, if you change your password, someone may realise this has happened when they attempt to log in and this could lead to them escalating their behaviours. Your safety…
…and “alienating behaviour” have been used more and more – in the family courts, in children’s social work, on social media, and even in debates about the new domestic abuse…
…highlight the underlying controlling behaviour that is prevalent in coercive controlling relationships. Lockdown Films Our Lockdown films aim to highlight the unique way that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted survivors….
…your behaviour to your partner and children, every single day. If you are concerned that your behaviour is scaring, hurting, or controlling your partner, contact the Respect Phoneline on 0808…
