Letters to the Editor: Children who witness domestic violence should be seen and heard

People who witness domestic violence as children can be wounded by it long after they themselves have grown up. Picture: iStock 

Domestic violence is also called domestic abuse. It includes physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. It happens in couple relationships or between family members. Domestic violence can happen against women and men. It can also happen against children.

According to the Courts Service’s recent annual report, applications for domestic violence protection orders have increased by 25% over the past five years.