Technology-facilitated coercive control (TFCC) is the use of digital technologies to coercively control current or former intimate partners
This practice guide describes the research evidence on technology-facilitated coercive control (TFCC).
It covers:
what TFCC is
strategies used by perpetrators
the interaction between face-to-face and technology-facilitated strategies of coercive control
client groups who may be at an elevated risk of TFCC victimisation
the impacts of experiencing TFCC
risks of expecting victim survivors to stop using technology
tips for supporting clients who may be experiencing TFCC.
This practice guide includes information about intimate partner violence, including sexual, physical and psychological abuse. If you require assistance or would like to talk to a trained professional about the issues described in this paper, please call:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Sexual assault and family violence service: 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)
If you believe someone is in immediate danger call Police on 000.
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