Hannah Barnard

The Trauma of Abuse

Hannah Barnard

  • Claire Throssell’s account

Claire Throssell’s account

Thursday 22nd April 2021

Listen to Claire Throssell discuss her tragic experience with domestic abuse, the Child First campaign, and the UK Domestic Abuse Bill.
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93 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate

About this podcast

The Trauma of Abuse
Author:
Hannah Barnard
Overview:
Categories:
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Claire Throssell: From Tragedy to Advocacy in Domestic Abuse Reform

I'm on a mission for the rest of my life now to do this- and I know you are too- and to do what I can in my way, and I know people is a lot of people. This has to change and it must change soon, and I'm not going to give up until it does, because I owe it to two young boys who had everything in front of them.
Imagine the unimaginable: losing your children to domestic violence. Claire Throssell's heartbreaking story of meeting an abuser who went on to murder her sons, Jack and Paul, is a chilling reminder of the real dangers many face. In this episode, Claire opens up about her devastating experience and her promise to her children that no other family should endure the same horror. Claire's journey doesn't stop at recounting her trauma.
She dives into her tireless work with the Child First campaign and the UK Domestic Abuse Bill, advocating for systemic changes to better protect victims. Her story sheds light on the critical failures within the legal system and underscores the need for greater accountability and sensitivity when dealing with domestic abuse cases. Throughout the episode, Claire emphasizes the power of advocacy, education, and awareness in breaking the cycle of abuse.
Her unwavering determination to prevent further tragedies is both inspiring and urgent. If you're looking for a story that combines personal resilience with a call for societal change, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Claire's powerful message and learn about the steps being taken to combat domestic violence in the UK.