Domestic Violence During COVID-19: The Shadow Pandemic

This chapter examines the contrasting narratives surrounding domestic violence rates during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the complexities in reporting and data collection. It explores the fears of victims confined with their abusers, the role of female police officers, and significant legislative changes affecting societal attitudes towards violence against women. Ultimately, the chapter stresses the importance of understanding nuanced data to accurately assess the real impact of the pandemic on domestic violence incidents.