EPISODE · Sep 28, 2020 · 33 MIN
Abusive Relationships - Part 1
from Get Legally Speaking With Hatti Suvari · host Hatti Suvari
Are you in an abusive relationship and would you recognise it if you were? Abuse isn’t always physical. It can be subtle, controlling, and deeply damaging in ways many people don’t immediately identify. In this powerful and thought-provoking episode Hatti Suvari is joined by senior barrister John Riley to explore the reality of abusive relationships; including the key differences between domestic violence and wider forms of abuse, and whether a relationship needs to be physically violent to be considered abusive. They also examine how these dynamics can shift when children are involved, and the significant role cultural influences can play in shaping experiences and perceptions of abuse. Honest, eye-opening, and delivered in clear, plain English, this is an essential listen for anyone seeking to better understand this complex and important issue. #AbusiveRelationships #DomesticViolence #ControllingBehaviour #VictimSupport #LegalEducation #GetLegallySpeaking #HattiSuvari #JohnRiley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Are you in an abusive relationship and would you recognise it if you were? Abuse isn’t always physical. It can be subtle, controlling, and deeply damaging in ways many people don’t immediately identify. In this powerful and thought-provoking episode Hatti Suvari is joined by senior barrister John Riley to explore the reality of abusive relationships; including the key differences between domestic violence and wider forms of abuse, and whether a relationship needs to be physically violent to be considered abusive. They also examine how these dynamics can shift when children are involved, and the significant role cultural influences can play in shaping experiences and perceptions of abuse. Honest, eye-opening, and delivered in clear, plain English, this is an essential listen for anyone seeking to better understand this complex and important issue. #AbusiveRelationships #DomesticViolence #ControllingBehaviour #VictimSupport #LegalEducation #GetLegallySpeaking #HattiSuvari #JohnRiley
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