DL size handout defining verbal abuse, who does it, and where to get help. On the reverse side is an explanation about the role of unregulated emotions.

Stuff we get up too ...

Presentation given at Hornsby Library focusing on poorly understood issues of psychological, emotional and verbal abuse. While the public has never been more aware that physical and sexual abuse can devastate victims most have little knowledge about the equally devastating impact of psychological, emotional and verbal abuse or what to do when confronted with such abuse.

Road side banners are placed in high traffic areas to draw attention to the issue of verbal abuse.

Pedestrian pole poster addressing the issue of verbal abuse of the elderly.

Elderly women subject to verbal abuse take more medication than younger women, and have a higher mortality rate than those not verbally abused.

CHALLENGING THE CODE OF SILENCE

The 'code of silence' is an attitude in our community that abuse is a private matter that does not require a response. This erroneous thinking further exacerbates the 'psychological gag' that victims of abuse often succumb to under pressure from family and religious groups. These small posters stay put for months and they do get noticed.

SAYING IT LOUD
The message that's hard to miss!