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Read more about the article What are common long-term effects of domestic abuse?
how painful it is by Sophia Louise
Behaviour / Bullying/abuse / Eating disorders / Family / Mental health / Personal safety / Self-esteem / Support

What are common long-term effects of domestic abuse?

Each child/young person may respond differently to experiencing or witnessing domestic abuse, some common long-term effects are: anxiety, depression, withdrawal, nightmares, bed wetting, low self esteem, aggressive behaviour, eating disorders, underachieving at school.

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November 29, 2013
Read more about the article A third of children present try to intervene to protect their mothers
We'll Forsake Our Ages and Pretend We Are Children by Brandon Warren
Bullying/abuse / Crime / Family / Personal safety / Support

A third of children present try to intervene to protect their mothers

A third of children present try to intervene to protect their mothers and therefore may get caught in the middle of the abuse. The child may see the mothers injuries after the abuse or may be forced to witness it.

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November 27, 2013
Read more about the article Can a dog die in a hot car?
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Driving / Family

Can a dog die in a hot car?

Owners who put an animal at risk by leaving it locked inside a car can face prosecution. Dogs can die from heatstroke in as little as 20 minutes.

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June 22, 2013
Read more about the article What do I do if I find a distressed dog in a car?
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Driving / Family

What do I do if I find a distressed dog in a car?

Each year the RSPCA receives around 6,000 calls from members of the public concerned about an animal that has been left in a car outside. If it isn’t possible to trace the owner, contact the police on 999 or the RSPCA 24-hour cruelty line on 0300 1234 999 if the police cannot attend.

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June 9, 2013
Read more about the article Why shouldn’t I leave my dog in the car?
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Driving / Family

Why shouldn’t I leave my dog in the car?

In warm, sunny weather cars become ovens and even if it’s cloudy, the temperature inside a car can become dangerously hot for a dog. When it is just 22°C outside, the temperature inside a car can soar to 47°C or even higher. Leaving the car windows open or putting a bowl of water inside does not help.

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June 8, 2013