""There are several risk factors, and it's important that people know that just because it's the holidays doesn't mean that every single person is OK," said Jennifer Dunn, executive director of the London Abused Women's Centre. In fact, the holidays can be one of the most dangerous times for women in IPV situations, said Dunn. Several incidents have been reported recently in southwestern Ontario alone. On Monday, a man in St. Thomas was charged with assault following an incident involving his wife."
"An individual in Huron County has been charged with criminal harassment of their partner on Dec. 13. In London, Alton Farquharson, 56, is accused of killing his wife, Tasha Farquharson, 47, on Dec. 19, with police declaring it a femicide. The holidays mean more people are home, Dunn explained, with more time off work and fewer routines, which can create a sense of isolation. For abusive partners, she said, this can increase monitoring and control behaviours, and create more opportunities for violence."
The holiday season can be especially difficult and one of the most dangerous times for people experiencing intimate partner violence due to heightened risk factors. Recent southwestern Ontario incidents include charges of assault and criminal harassment and an alleged femicide in London. More people being home, time off work, and fewer routines can create isolation that increases monitoring and control behaviours and opportunities for violence. Greater family gatherings, increased expectations, financial pressures, and increased alcohol consumption also contribute to escalations. Shelters and women's centres emphasize awareness of these risks and the need for support and safety planning.
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