Aussie Childcare Network Forum

Hi there,

Just after a little help - I'm stuck on a question about domestic violence:

What are some possible signs that a child is witnessing domestic violence at home? Identify 6 that you may observe in an early childhood setting.
Signs that a child is witnessing domestic violence at home include:

I have answered

• Bruising to face, head or neck. Other bruising that may indicate that the child has been hit with an implement, hand prints or marks.
• Arriving at the service with lacerations, welts, bite marks, scratches, burns that heal at different rates, bone fractures, or scalds
• Drowsiness, vomiting or blood in the eyes which may indicate that a child has sustained a head injury or has been shaken.
• A child’s explanation of a sustained injury is not consistent with the extent or type of injury
• Child complains of pain in the abdomen
• Attending the centre in torn, stained or bloodied clothing
• Self harming behaviours such as swallowing poisons or alcohol

Apparently though I have included behaviours that are seen in other forms of abuse - I'm not sure what the question is specifically looking for. Any help would be much appreciated!

Chris

Thanks, Lorina - the problem I was having was that witnessing domestic violence and experiencing domestic violence often go hand in hand. Thanks again!