Overall increase in cases of domestic violence driven by child and spousal abuse reports: MSF
Domestic violence cases in Singapore were up in 2024, driven by a rise in child and spousal abuse. The number of new high-risk child abuse reports climbed by about 14%, with primary school aged children forming the largest group. In its annual report, the Social and Family Development Ministry says greater awareness and more willingness to report have contributed to the rise. Meanwhile various protection agencies say rising domestic violence could be a reflection of growing external pressures including economic strain. Chloe Teo with more. CNA also spoke with a clinical psychologist, Dr Shawn Ee, for his insights.
Domestic violence cases in Singapore were up in 2024, driven by a rise in child and spousal abuse. The number of new high-risk child abuse reports climbed by about 14%, with primary school aged children forming the largest group. In its annual report, the Social and Family Development Ministry says greater awareness and more willingness to report have contributed to the rise. Meanwhile various protection agencies say rising domestic violence could be a reflection of growing external pressures including economic strain. Chloe Teo with more. CNA also spoke with a clinical psychologist, Dr Shawn Ee, for his insights.
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