US EditionPrioritise mental health of those affected by domestic abuse, charity urges
- Woman's Trust CEO Heidi Riedel urged the government on May 12, 2025, to prioritise mental health support for domestic abuse survivors in the UK.
- This call follows recent data showing more people die by suicide linked to domestic abuse than are killed by partners, highlighting gaps in government response.
- The charity emphasises survivors receive medication instead of specialised counselling, while healthcare professionals serve as key trauma support providers under current government initiatives.
- Riedel explained that survivors often feel hopeless due to the constant reports of abuse and violence, while the government is increasing NHS Talking Therapies with 345,000 additional sessions to provide support.
- The open letter advocates for a £27.5 million annual investment in community-based services and calls for mental health support for domestic abuse survivors to be prioritized in the forthcoming government strategy addressing violence against women and girls.
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