David (social worker) is meeting Jeanette, mother to five-year-old Charlie. Use these practice scenarios to observe how the mother responds differently to the social worker in each example.
Simulated scenario role-plays of common social work conversations with reflective commentary and questions to help social workers implement relationship-based approaches.
Gives advice on what to look out for if you suspect someone is using coercive and controlling behaviour and an insight into how perpetrators limit victims' space for action.
The risk factors, age-specific barriers to disclosure and support needs of older people experiencing domestic abuse.
Draws together the key messages for social workers emerging from research, with a focus on best practice in assessing risk and intervening in cases involving domestic abuse.