Domestic Abuse and Sight Loss: Breaking the Silence and Finding Support
By
George King
Summary
This article addresses the rarely discussed topic of domestic abuse experienced by individuals with sight loss. It explores the stigma, shame, guilt, and fear that prevent victims from speaking out, while emphasizing that the abuse is never the victim's fault. The piece provides validation for those experiencing abuse and directs them to resources and helplines for support.
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bskyDomestic Abuse and Sight Loss: Breaking the Silence and Finding Supportmyvision.org.ukKey quotes
· 3 pulledA major reason why we don't talk about this more is because, for most, a lot of shame, guilt and fear is attached to this subject.
Even though we might realise on an intellectual level that we are not to blame for what happened to us, there is a strong anxiety about being stigmatised, judged, ridiculed
It's not your fault, and there are people to help.
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