Knowledge Base

Welcome to theĀ Knowledge Base. Here you will find articles on domestic abuse, how to find support, case studies and other resources.

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General Information

Children

Effect on Children
Adverse Childhood Experiences
Parental Responsibility
Facts & Statistics

Society

Is DA a public or private issue?
Cost of DA to the Economy
Information for Employers
Male Domestic Abuse Stigma

Legal

What are my rights?
Parental Rights
Criminal Proceedings
Will I be taken seriously by the police?
Is domestic abuse illegal?

Tailored Information

Frontline Workers

Information for Professionals
Referring Service Users
Domestic Abuse Statistics (Scotland)
What does AMIS do?

BAME People

BAME People & Domestic AbuseĀ 
Common Barriers to Support
Specialised Support Services
Honour Based Abuse
Forced Marriage
Immigration & Domestic Abuse
Contacting the Police
Support in Other Languages

Perpetrators

I’m Female and Abusive
I’m Male and Abusive
Signs I’m Being Abusive
Support Services

Concerned Friends & Family

My son is being abused
My brother is being abused
My father is being abused

Employers

Domestic abuse work policy
Promoting well-being at work
Training and Development