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What’s the link between #Football and #DomesticAbuse, and why do incidents increase?Learn more ahead of tonight's England match. Researchers at Lancaster University have observed that the number of domestic abuse reports rose by 26% when the English national team won or drew and increased by 38% when the national team lost. Whilst football cannot be blamed for domestic abuse, there is a correlation between behaviour patterns that are present in both situations. Our Therapeutic Lead, Brenda Evans, explains that “The most powerful link is the lack of emotional regulation, and several studies have indicated that alcohol/substance use negatively impact the heightened state of emotional arousal. When our ability to control our emotional state diminishes due to environmental factors, intense feelings, alcohol/substance use, and peer pressure as experienced by some football fans, this can lead to a loss of control”. Those at risk of using abusive behaviours must notice what they are feeling, name it, create space to cope, identify and reduce triggers and consider the story they are telling themselves in the moment. Support is needed to be able to achieve this. Learn more in Brenda’s blog, written in collaboration with HQN, here: https://lnkd.in/eMb8HSFw

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Thank you to Elliott Rae for highlighting our #ChildrenKeepTheScore campaign ahead of tonight's England match.The impact of domestic abuse on babies and children during major football tournaments cannot be understated. #DomesticAbuse reports soar whether England win or lose. And with 1 in 5 children experiencing domestic abuse in the UK, we cannot afford for rates to rise. Learn more about how you can support our campaign here:

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"By understanding the neuroscience of trauma and implementing robust support systems, we can work towards mitigating these effects and creating a safer, healthier environment for all families. Through the combined efforts of policing, support services, community programs, and societal change, we can begin to tackle this issue and ensure that the beautiful game does not come at the cost of the well-being of our most vulnerable." - Vinny Wagjiani We're thrilled to share a very special edition of our Guest Contributor series, where Detective Inspector Vinny Wagjiani shares remarkable insights on the relationship between football and domestic abuse, as part of our #ChildrenKeepTheScore campaign. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e4BSY7df

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Are you a professional working in the field or someone looking to support LGBTQ+ parents? Our webinar on Understanding Domestic Abuse in LGBTQ+ Relationships and its Impact on Parenting is for you! 📅June 26⏰2PM - 3PM 📍Online, via Teams 🎫FREE, just sign up Register here: https://bit.ly/4bAXx7z

Did you know that 1 in 5 babies in the UK grow up in a household affected by domestic abuse? This isn't just a statistic—it's a call to action. The For Baby’s Sake Trust is urging all parties to prioritise the needs of these vulnerable children and families in the next government. Here's what we're advocating for: ✅ Prioritising Babies and Children: We're asking for ring-fenced funding for whole-family approaches to domestic abuse, support for parents starting in pregnancy, and programmes to reduce its impact on children.✅ Trauma-Informed Approaches: Understanding the root causes of abuse and implementing effective interventions for lasting change.✅ Investment in Evidence-Based Practice: Supporting research to build a strong evidence base for tackling domestic abuse. Support our mission to break cycles of domestic abuse and give babies the best start in life. Together, we can make a difference. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eageKZqH

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Have you caught up with our Guest Contributor Series? Through these interviews, we learn more about the careers, insights, and experiences of experts in our network. This week we’re thrilled to publish our brand-new piece with Dr Hannah Roche, Senior Lecturer in Twentieth-Century Literature and Culture at the University of York. 🗣 “As LGBTQ+ people, we may feel pressure to show the world that we and our love lives are perfect: how can we strive for equality and celebrate progress and Pride if queer relationships can be abusive? This is (...) one of the reasons why coercive control in LGBTQ+ relationships so often remains hidden.” Learn more about how domestic abuse manifests in LGBTQ+ relationships: https://lnkd.in/e2ngnpNm

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