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How many children witness domestic violence in their homes per year in the U.S?
More than 3 million (about 8 million)
After experiencing childhood domestic violence, how much more likely are children to abuse drugs or alcohol in the future?
50% more likely
How much more likely are children who have experienced childhood domestic violence to commit a violent crime in the future?
74% more likely
RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence
15 million
Children who experienced childhood domestic violence are how many times more likely to attempt suicide?
7.4 times more likely to
What is the single best predicator of domestic violence in adulthood?
Exposure to childhood domestic violence
Which city in Rhode Island has the highest total number of incidents resulting in arrests with children present?
Providence
What percentage of intimate partner violence cases involving females had children living in the home?
about 43%
What are common mental health conditions consistent with exposure to childhood domestic violence?
PTSD, depression, and anxiety
How many more times likely are males who have witnessed abuse of their mothers to abuse a female significant other in the future?
10 times more likely to
About how many children worldwide are exposed to domestic violence at home?
about 275 million
How many adults were impacted by domestic violence during their childhood?
about 40 million
What are some common physical conditions that can occur after exposure to childhood domestic violence?
Diabetes, obesity, poor self-esteem, and CVD
What are some behavioral effects of exposure to domestic violence in adolescents?
Dating violence, IPV, delinquency, running away, truancy and early sexual activity
Does witnessing domestic violence as a child put you at a higher risk of illness? Why?
Yes, the brain is physically altered to deal with stressful situations; when the brain cuts off certain connections to keep itself safe, it enters a cycle that continues throughout the lifespan, putting children at a higher risk of developing mental health issues
How many children between the ages 3-17 years old are at risk for exposure to domestic violence annually?
3-4 million children
Which mental health condition is most commonly associated with childhood domestic violence and is caused by the stress response in the brain?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
What are some behavioral effects of exposure to domestic violence in school-aged children?
Aggression, school-conduct problems, disobedience, and regressive behavior
What are risk factors in different countries? Why are they different?
Employment can be protective while being a risk in another. Women having some form of "power" can be seen as a threat and in turn, they will be made into an easier target.