Children's Group Domestic violence is not just about battered and abused partners. Tragically, domestic violence affects thousands of children every year. Recognizing this sad fact, EDVP provides support groups for children at our shelters and in the community. The head of EDVP's Children's Program answers questions about domestic violence and its impact on children. EDVP offers support groups for children.
Domestic violence occurs in many, many relationships where there are children present.
Sometimes they are victims of physical assaults, similar to their abused parent. Even if they aren't being hit, lots of times they often watch the violence firsthand. They are traumatized, one way or another, and it affects them deeply. Because they're children, it's extremely difficult for them to articulate feelings they have, their fear, their anger. Right, we have support groups designed especially for children.