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Domestic Violence in the Archers: Gender, Mental Health and Victim Blame

Domestic Violence in the Archers: Gender, Mental Health and Victim Blame

When Helen Titchener finally took a knife to abusive husband, Rob, there was a national outpouring of relief from Archers fans, who had become increasingly frustrated with the long running, apparently endless subjugation of Helen. Others had long switched off,... More…
Saving Helen? Social Responsibility and Domestic Violence in The Archers

Saving Helen? Social Responsibility and Domestic Violence in The Archers

Media strategies can help challenge domestic violence and a fictional story can often give audiences a unique perspective on the lived reality of abusive relationships. This is because it is considered to operate outside of the legal and ethical constraints... More…