Mrs Laura Wood
Registered Learning Disability Nurse & Independent Health & Social Care Consultant
Sexual, Emotional & Physical Abuse Expert Witnesses in East Midlands
Sexual, Emotional and Physical Abuse can have significant psychological, behavioural and physical consequences for children and adults. Experiences of abuse may be associated with trauma-related disorders, anxiety, depression, difficulties with emotional regulation and impaired relationships. Assessment involves careful consideration of the individual's history, presenting symptoms, safeguarding concerns and the potential impact on daily functioning. Treatment may include trauma-focused psychological therapies, psychiatric care and multidisciplinary support. Independent Expert Witnesses specialising in Sexual, Emotional and Physical Abuse can provide opinions on psychological injury, causation, mental health, safeguarding, treatment needs and prognosis in Personal Injury, Family, Criminal and Clinical Negligence proceedings.
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