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Season 1 Episode 2: Domestic abuse in young people's relationships

Season 1 Episode 2: Domestic abuse in young people's relationships

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 This episode discusses domestic abuse within young people's relationships. It explores the intricicies around age and statutory and voluntary support services available for young people. This episode provides practical tips on how practitioners can address risks with young people and their parents/carers - such as how to structure conversations, and the key indicators of risks that shoud be considered when working with young people who are at risk of, or who have experienced abuse. Multiple assessment tools are discussed, along with various specialist services.

The guest is Jenifer Lamadrid, an experienced social worker, who has been trianed within domestic violence and abuse services. Jenifer has previously worked as an IDVA (independent domestic violence advocate), and has a key interest in working with young people at risk of, or who have experienced, abuse.

Asking the questions is Gillian MacFarlane, content editor, Community Care Inform Childrens.

Assessment tools and specialist services mentioned:

Safe Lives

Brook Sexual Behaviours Traffic Light Tool

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Respect Young People's Service

Women's Aid

Victim Support - Support Space

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