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Protecting Children From Domestic Violence

• If your children have witnessed violence at home, talk to them about the problem. Family violence is often a well-kept secret. Healing can begin if you talk about the secret.

• Teach your children how to call the police or fire department in case of emergency. Devise a family safety plan and locate your local safe shelter
   

• Watch TV programs and read books that encourage non-violence. Avoid TV programs and books that promote violence against others
   

• Teach your children to respect all living things. Let them know that all people deserve respect.
   

• Teach your children their own power to make choices by giving them opportunity
  to make simple choices at home. Let them know during conflicts with other children that they can choose to solve the problem without violence (hitting, kicking, etc.)
   

• Praise your children when they solve a problem by showing non-violent behavior
   

• If your children have witnessed abuse, remind them that the violence is not their fault
   

• Over 3 million children are at risk of exposure to parental violence each year
   

• Children who witness violence at home display emotional and behavioral disturbances such as withdrawal, low self-esteem, nightmares, and aggression against people and property
   

• If you know a person who is being hit or abused by a spouse or partner
  call your local safe shelter or the national domestic violence hotline:
  1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
  1-800-787-3224 (TDD)