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Key indicators for domestic abuse

What are the indicators and what questions should staff ask?

Last Updated: 08/10/2024
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Explore the indicators of possible domestic violence or abuse and learn more about the questions you should be asking potential victims. Here you can also access advice and information on looking out for any red flags and understanding how to respond to them.

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

What will this resource give me?

  • access to the latest NICE guidelines for domestic abuse
  • symptoms or conditions indicating domestic violence or abuse
  • key questions to help you start the conversation.

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26 Jun 2023

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Last Updated: 08/10/2024