Domestic abuse and consequences on psycho-physical health

The World Health Organization estimates that globally, even before the start of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, 1 in 3 women suffer some form of physical or sexual violence by a partner and/or stranger. The pandemic and social distancing and isolation measures have exposed women and children to further violence, mistreatment, abuse and even murder. Forms of psycho-physical stress have increased especially among women and children.