Addressing Domestic Violence

Abstract

Domestic violence is a longstanding criminal behaviour although society has only recognised it as such in relatively recent times. The emerging issue of domestic violence has brought about changes in the way it is perceived, and how it is managed by different agencies including the response of the police. This paper highlights the effects of domestic violence on its victims, the reasons why people appear to remain in abusive relationships, and the initiatives taken by police forces to address this major crime area.

Citation

Taylor, A. and Tipton, D. (1999), "Addressing Domestic Violence", The British Journal of Forensic Practice, Vol. 1 No. 2, pp. 3-10. https://doi.org/10.1108/14636646199900009