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Domestic Abuse

Domestic abuse is any type of controlling, bullying, threatening or violent behaviour between people in a relationship. But it isn’t just physical violence – domestic abuse includes emotional, physical, sexual, financial or psychological abuse.

Abusive behaviour can occur in any relationship. It can continue even after the relationship has ended. Both men and women can be abused or abusers.

Domestic abuse can seriously harm children and young people. Witnessing domestic abuse is child abuse, and teenagers can suffer domestic abuse in their relationships. 

The Hideout 
A website which helps children and young people to understand domestic abuse and how to take a positive action if it is happening to you.

Refuge 
Services for young women including independent domestic violence advocates and support workers.

Respect Not Fear
This website includes information about respect in relationships

Rape Crisis
This website contains advice about rape and sexual violence and gives the details of the nearest Rape Crisis Centre if you need support.

 

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