Experts are warning of an increased risk of domestic and family violence over the festive period, with new Victorian data showing a spike in incidents on Christmas Day.
While Christmas is often a time of celebration, experts are warning it's also a period marked by increased risk of family and domestic violence. Organisations working to end violence against women are encouraging men who are concerned about their behaviour to seek help — and for family and friends to look out for their loved ones — as new police data shows a rise in offending in Victoria across the festive season.
Alcohol and drug use typically rise over the festive period, and both are known to increase the severity and frequency of violence, Our Watch said. Ripper said people may feel increased stress over cost of living and family issues and also drink more and take more drugs during this time. But he stressed these are not the cause and that "violence is always a choice".
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