APV Sample Clauses

APV. We are proposing to deliver a new and unique approach to APV delivering Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) training to parents and coaching for young people. NVR is an evidenced based innovative form of systemic family therapy which has been developed for aggressive, violent, controlling and self-destructive behaviour in young people. Several recent outcome studies have shown that NVR is very effective in improving the behaviour of a large percentage of young people, reducing parents’ feelings of helplessness and raising their confidence, as well as bringing about a more peaceful atmosphere within the family. We will develop bespoke NVR group work approaches with practitioners where parents access support at different parts of the system. NVR will also be offered to parents on a 1:1 basis where this is more appropriate to their needs. The aim of NVR is to coach parents to enable them to de-escalate violence and conflict, creating sustainability once the support has ended. The young person who is the focus of APV and potentially siblings in situ may also need support, as such, the Essex model will also offer a variety of interventions dependent on need including mentoring, diversionary activities, peer support and coaching. Recognising that both locally and nationally there is limited research and information known regarding APV, the Essex model will also include the development of a meaningful standardised risk and recording tool, which will help to build the evidence base and add value in better understanding themes and trends within this area.