The problem of domestic violence during confinement is taken very seriously, in particular by the UN, which alerted on "the increase of violence in the homes". And Angelina Jolie recalled that, most often, this violence takes place in the presence of children.
"Isolating a victim from family and friends is a well-known tactic of the abuser to gain control, which means that social distancing, which is necessary to stop Covid-19, will also fuel a direct increase in trauma and the suffering of vulnerable children, ”the actress wrote in an article for Time .
Spot the signs
The Maleficent star, who is also a UN special envoy, recalled that with schools closed, children have nowhere to turn to raise the alarm. It therefore encourages the public to learn about domestic violence, learn to spot signs and report them.
"Even if we are physically separated from each other during confinement, we can call our family and friends, especially those who are in a vulnerable position and who are concerned. We can learn to recognize the signs of stress and domestic violence, know what to look out for, and how to take it seriously. We can help our local shelter which helps victims of domestic violence, ”she concluded.
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