research in practice

The National Strategy to Address Domestic Abuse in Scotland acknowledges the correlation between domestic abuse and the mental, physical and sexual abuse of children. The reform of children’s services in Scotland includes the development and implementation of a delivery plan focussed on better outcomes for children and young people affected by domestic abuse. This international literature review aims to provide an evidence base to support directions for good practice, and includes a chapter on qualitative evidence from Scottish children’s own perspectives on experiencing domestic abuse.