Some Adverse Effects On Children Exposed To Intimate Partner Violence And Possible Interventions

Abstract

There is scarcity of academic research that presents effective frameworks for addressing intimate partner violence (IPV) harm to children.  This study investigates the negative effects of IPV on children who witness IPV incidents and assesses the intervention of value to mitigate these outcomes. This was a qualitative study using purposive sampling of IPV victims abused in the children’s presence. These victims underwent counseling at Bapong Crisis Center in Bapong village, South Africa. Semi-structured interviews were held, and data was analysed using thematic content analysis. IPV-exposed children risk anxiety, aggression, attachment issues, and academic and relationship struggles. There should be effective interventions that include trauma-informed care, caregiver support programs, and community awareness campaigns to reduce symptom severity. A coordinated strategy integrating professional training, policy reform, and child-centered psychosocial support is needed to break IPV cycles. Future research should prioritize culturally adaptive interventions and longitudinal tracking.