Children who witness domestic violence are likely to experience a great deal of internal stress and are typically not comfortable telling adults about it. Consequently, this stress may reveal itself through a variety of different forms:
Physical Symptoms of Stress:
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bed-wetting
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insomnia
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asthma
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headaches
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abdominal complaints / peptic ulcers
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self-abusive behaviours
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overeating or not eating at all