Magda Case Study Domestic Violence

The above definition clearly states ‘any incident’, in Magda’s case there were three incidents. But domestic violence within the family is hidden problems thus it is difficult to record and measure. (Diane C. Dwyer, R. Smokowsk p.185) As well as no two experiences will present the same way, domestic abuse can take many different forms. Magda may not see two slaps on the face as her being in a violent relationship but unless risk is assessed Magda and her children may be at risk. I would need to inform Magda that I am concerned and that Children Act 2002 which states that ‘impairment suffered from seeing or hearing the ill-treatment of another’ her children may be at risk. So reinforcing this knowledge may help Magda to stop hiding domestic

In addressing these questions, there is for example a large body literature about domestic violence and impact on children, likewise there is large body of work on domestic violence and women mental health. While research is important it does not acknowledge the survivor experiences that has also informed the development of knowledge in domestic violence (L. Laing & Cathy Humphreys (2013) p. 14) It is also the case that research sources may provide only little general points to assist professionals. Thus, it is highly unlikely there will be a research that will provide all important knowledge needed to deal with my case scenario. Having said that broad relevant research will help towards discovering and interpretation about things previously was not considered (M. Webber (2015) p.120). For example, there is research which link child abuse and domestic violence, it shows that children that live in households where domestic violence is happening are more likely to be abused themselves. Other studies show that children living in domestic violence households are likely to develop cognitive and behavioural problems (M. Davies (2008)

For example, different theoretical explanations such as feminist theory, social learning theory and ecological perspective to help understand the case scenario. Also, knowledge of law and phycology would be helpful. For example, Feminist theory argues that domestic violence exists as part of a patriarchal social structure. On the other hand, social learning theory suggests that people learn behaviour by observing and watching others. Based on this theory many abusers as well as victims have witnessed violence in their lifetime. By considering different theories social workers could explore the case from different angles. For example, exploring cultural beliefs, childhood and family history. In contrast, ecological theory sees that no single theory can be used to explain domestic violence. This theory recognises that domestic violence is not a simple issue in order to respond effectively it needs a truly holistic approach. In applying the ecological model to this case, we can see how drawing from a range of knowledge can help us in understanding Magda’s environment. The ecological perspective suggests that there is a reciprocal process of interaction in that “individuals can only be fully understood in the context of the environment in which they live. The context is made up of a series of interrelated systems that mutually influence and are influenced by each other” (Karin Crawford