Domestic and Sexual  Abuse

Last updated: 21 February 2008

 

Domestic and sexual abuse can affect all of us.  It can also have a profound and damaging affect on the victim and their family.

These crimes are often called "hidden crimes" and is widely recognised that these crimes go unreported.

Domestic and sexual abuse can be perpetrated by:

  men on women

  within the same sex relationships

  women on men

  close family friends or someone you know

 

Below are links that provide information about domestic and sexual abuse, both these crimes, how you can get help and how OSCP is tackling these crimes.  

 

 

What is domestic abuse

What is sexual abuse

  What is domestic abuse

  Effects of domestic abuse on children

  Recognising signs of an abuser

  Facts and figures on domestic abuse

  Forced marriage

  Sexual violence myths

  Was it my fault?

  Victims - Frequently asked questions

  Childhood sexual abuse

  Reactions to sexual assault

Tackling domestic abuse

Tackling sexual abuse 

  Tackling domestic violence

  Directory of Services  

  Safety Plan

  How to support a family member or friend

  Oxfordshire's Reducing the Risk

  Women's Aid 

  How OSCP is tackling sexual abuse

  How family and friends can help

  Victims of sexual abuse - Ways to take care of yourself

  Support groups within Oxfordshire

  Tips on staying safe