Domestic Abuse and Suicide Risk: Learning from the Mary Review

• 3 CPD points
• Certificate of Attendance issued

To strengthen multi-agency understanding of the relationship between domestic abuse, coercive control and suicide risk by exploring the lessons from the Mary Domestic Homicide Review.

Learning Objectives:

Recognise the relationship between domestic abuse, coercive control, trauma and suicide risk.

Identify indicators of hidden harm, escalating risk and mental distress in victims experiencing domestic abuse.

Understand the importance of professional curiosity, safe enquiry and effective multi-agency information sharing when assessing risk.

Apply learning from the Mary Review to strengthen safeguarding responses, risk assessment and support for individuals affected by domestic abuse and suicide risk.