Child to Parent Violence and Abuse (CPVA)

Child to Parent Violence and Abuse (CPVA) encompasses a broad range of behaviour that children under the age of 18 might display towards their parent/caregiver/grandparents and siblings.

CPVA can start at any age during childhood or adolescence including early childhood. If families are left unsupported, the violence can escalate and continue in adulthood, towards the parents and in intimate partner relationships.