Really worried about different types of abuse.

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Domestic, and child abuse.

I’m worried about how social services not being able to do welfare checks due either to the family saying they are falsely isolating (very possible if they’ve hurt the child or partner) or if social workers themselves become ill. Where is the proof it’s genuine? Because anyone can say they’re self isolating. Children and partners could die during this time.

Please reassure me if you can. I have massive anxiety and worry for others at this time.

I have found myself worrying about this too, hadn't even though about child abuse! No idea what then solution is as they can't check everyone who is in isolation has a genuine need.

Yup. This is a real concern. 😰

I worry that if the schools close how many children won’t eat? The community feeding kitchens that run in holidays won’t be running and so many children will go without meals

Yes this is a worry. I am in the process of a divorce and dreading my stbxh having to work from home.

It's a very real concern.

I am not a danger at all to others, but I do have significant mental health difficulties, including voices.
If those got worse, my care coordinator and support workers cannot come out to see me as we are in isolation, and they have stopped home visits.
I can still contact them by text or call, but it isn't the same as seeing them face to face.

I worry not only about domestic abuse and child abuse, and those not eating during this time, but for others like me who are struggling with their mental health, having suicidal thoughts and not being able to access the support they need.

Yeah I’m really worried about mental health too, and parents being trapped inside with children for two weeks and how that will affect families 😢

It is very worrying, a police woman told me it is of real concern to the Met. I think this is why schools need to stay open.

I've been thinking about it too. Especially the vulnerable children if schools close. I wish I could have them all round mine.

Yes it’s a very real concern, schools play an important part in keeping an eye on abused children and hopefully being somewhere they can feel safe and have an adult they trust (mainly primary where there just have one teacher).
If schools close it will be easier to hide physical abuse and may escalate as the parents won’t be concerned about school noticing that new bruise, or that the child is being careful with their arm/stomach/whatever as if it’s a tender/injured area.
Child’s mental health will be damaged too being stuck in the house without the release of school.
The same for abused women confined indoors.
Sadly I think it’s likely that there will be more deaths due to domestic violence and child abuse, child neglect may also go up especially if food is in short supply. I hope some kind of provision is made to protect vulnerable women & children.

I was thinking about this yesterday. Lots of aggressive men cooped up indoors for extended periods. The govt should establish holding centres for them then they can take their frustrations out on each other.

Do we have any idea how other countries are dealing with this? This was mentioned by a reporter to Boris at the press conference yesterday so I believe they are considering how to manage these issues.

What is the alternative as I don’t think schools should stay open. Mine are not going tomorrow I’m not sending them. The school was a lot more empty aswell so others are taking theirs out. I’m not sure what the answer is.

it is so worrying

If these children are off til September then it’s going to be horrific for them

HerRoyalCarbyLess I'm in a similar boat to you. It's really frightening.

I feel very sad today about the world and all the people suffering.

It’s a real worry. I don’t know what can be done though. I support 2 very vulnerable families, but obviously can’t now. Their issues are deep rooted and complex, this is not going to do them any favours.

Uk schools are closing from Friday my worst fear. I am so worried about these children, parents with mental health and what will happen to them all

It is a very real concern and, trust me, most if not all schools are very carefully considering how to support families at this time. The vast majority of schools have a very good handle on children and families in need of support but it is really worrying. The ramifications and long term effects of deteriorating mental health and anxiety on parents, carers and children all cooped up together for long periods of time are a bit scary.