The cycle uncovered: Understanding domestic abuse through time

Trace the historical evolution of domestic abuse, exploring how societal attitudes have

shifted and how government intervention in the 21st century reshaped the response

landscape

 Understand the roots of perpetration through the lens of sociological criminology,

examining how theory helps us decode patterns of abuse

 Explore the cycle of abuse across generations, investigating how childhood exposure to

domestic violence may influence adult behaviour

 Reflect on the legacy of trauma, and how intergenerational transmission of abuse

complicates intervention and recovery

 Gain insight into the structural and cultural forces that have shaped domestic abuse

narratives and how they continue to influence policy and practice

 Engage in critical discussion around the role of professionals in breaking cycles,

challenging norms, and fostering long-term change