Thesis from 2013 in the field of Social Education / Social Work, grade: 2, course: Social Educational Work in Support of Education, language: German. Abstract: This paper addresses the topic of domestic violence. First, the term "domestic violence" is explained in detail, and the various forms of violence are presented. Children can also be directly or indirectly affected by violence. To illustrate what they experience when they witness violence at home, the picture book "The Happiness Balloon in My Belly" is referenced and analyzed. Since men predominantly perpetrate violence against women in marriages or partnerships, the paper concludes with a discussion of the possibilities and pathways for violence prevention and intervention.