Risk Models

If we can meet the basic needs of people, we can begin working on their deeper needs. If the basic needs aren’t met, people are in a constant state of angst. This model is accessible from SimplyPsychology.org.

This model by Trisha Skuse & Tony Matthews shows the underlying needs requiring attention on the right side. The triangle shows how trauma presents itself - you can see the chaos and complexity in managing trauma. Left side shows the interventions required to manage the presenting behaviour.

A complex maze that can be worked through - being Trauma Informed is ONLY the first step but it's a big step.

This wheel shows the different types of abusive behaviours that occur in domestic violence relationships. Each section highlights specific behaviours which can cross over into more than one category.

The Equality Wheel (Domestic Abuse Intervention Project) shows what a healthy relationship looks like. People who have experienced abuse often are unable to identify healthy relationships as they have learnt to change their behaviour to suit the abuser.

Muslim Power and Control Wheel (Dr Shareefa AlKhateeb) adapted from the Duluth Power and Control Wheel shows how religious behaviours are used in domestic violence.

Shows the ways children are harmed in domestic violence.

This wheel by the Domestic Abuse Intervention Project shows how domestic violence affects children, breaking it down into categories.

This wheel by the Domestic Abuse Intervention Project shows how you can nurture your child. It may seem difficult at the beginning, but if you are consistent, you will see the changes whether it is your own child or a child you are working with.