The prevalence of domestic violence is concerning due to its debilitating impact on the psychological, social and academic functioning of children. This study explored the experiences, strengths and challenges of school mental health staff in relation to students exposed to domestic violence. Interviews with 10 school wellbeing staff working in Victoria, Australia, showed that these staff felt confronted and distressed, and were unsure of their role in managing the complexities associated with students’ exposure to domestic violence. Staff reported the need for educators, students and parents to be educated on domestic violence, and for improved school structures and policies that encourage staff consultation and self-care following students’ disclosures of domestic violence. The results of this study are discussed within the context of trauma-informed practice and multi-tiered mental health promotion in schools.

家庭暴力之所以令人担忧，是因为它对儿童的心理，社会和学业功能造成不利影响。这项研究探讨了学校精神卫生人员在遭受家庭暴力的学生方面的经验，优势和挑战。对在澳大利亚维多利亚州工作的10名学校健康工作人员的采访显示，这些工作人员感到面对和沮丧，不确定他们在处理与学生遭受家庭暴力有关的复杂性方面的作用。员工报告说，有必要对教育者，学生和父母进行有关家庭暴力的教育，并需要改进学校结构和政策，以鼓励学生在得知家庭暴力后进行员工咨询和自我照顾。