Children's exposure to IPV, such as
witnessing or being involved in
violent conflicts between parents, can cause serious mental and behavio - ral health issues, including Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), mood and anxiety disorders, aggressive
behaviors, self - harm, and eating and sleeping problems [4][5][6][7].
Children who
witness violence in their homes are at high risk fo developing distress symptoms (depression, anxiety, impulsivity, sleep problems) and
violent behavior (Rosenberg and Rossman 1990; Martinez and Richters 1993).