This detailed factsheet covers: physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, who abuses children, why are children abused, effects of child abuse and what the law says. [Full Details]
Author: Attorney-General's Department
URL:http://familyrelationships.gov.au/www/agd/familyre
Commonwealth of Australia
Factsheet
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Information about the behavioural and emotional effects on children who are exposed to family violence. [Full Details]
Author: Chatfirst
URL:http://www.chatfirst.com.au/parents/04_4_effectsof
This factsheet summarises how the family law system deals with family violence and child abuse. [Full Details]
URL:http://www.familyrelationships.gov.au/www/agd/rwpa
Includes information on calling the police, Intervention orders, children and family law, child abuse and ideas for increasing your own safety. A selection of the support services listed are for Victorian residents only. [Full Details]
Author: Domestic Violence and Incest Resource Centre
URL:http://www.dvirc.org.au/HelpHub/Safety.htm
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A brochure that explains the services the Australian Government funds for families who are affected by violence, and are seeking help to break the cycle. [Full Details]
Author: Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs
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This pdf booklet provides information to enable you to make an informed decision to seek help and support to stop using abusive and violent behaviour. Relies on Queensland state laws and resources. [Full Details]
Author: Department of Communities (QLD)
URL:http://www.communities.qld.gov.au/violencepreventi
A booklet for family and friends affected by someone's alcohol or drug use. Includes advice about how to help and what doesn't help. Lists NSW Services and links to national information. File size: 80Kb. [Full Details]
Author: New South Wales Health
URL:http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pubs/2004/pdf/drugs_f
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A kit to help families keep kids safe at home. [Full Details]
Author: Department of Health & Community Services, NT
URL:http://www.nt.gov.au/health/facs/sevensteps.shtml
For men - This document outlines what family violence is, provides a checklist to help you decide if you have a problem and gives suggestions for seeking help. [Full Details]
A page with suggestions and information for people who are wanting to change their violent behaviour. [Full Details]
