Case Study 1 - Nancy
What are you worried about?
• Nancy is a 'child', worried about her wellbeing - (Domestic Abuse, coercive
control, commence/escalating in pregnancy) ,
• Concern regarding unborn and impact upon foetal development as well as postnatal
impact
• Nancy is cared for, any previous trauma she may have experienced and the
impact of her Adverse Childhood Experiences may have had. Any potential
concerns around exploitation, substance/alcohol misuse, mental health issues or
criminality due to increased vulnerability.
What categories of abuse or neglect is this?
• Physical, emotional abuse for Nancy and unborn
What is going well?
• Open and honest with professionals
• Police Involvement
• Engagement with maternity