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<\/a><\/h2>\nWhat are the different forms of domestic abuse?<\/h2>\nPsychological abuse<\/h3>\n
Includes name-calling, threats and manipulation, blaming you for the abuse or
\n\u2018gas-lighting\u2019 you.<\/p>\n
Psychological or emotional abuse can range from belittling comments and put downs to
\naccusations. This kind of abuse can lead the victim to believe they\u2019re imagining things.<\/p>\n
Economic abuse<\/h3>\n
Controlling your access to money or resources. An abuser might take your wages,
\nstop you working, or put you in debt. If someone is controlling or misusing your
\nmoney in a way that limits your freedom, they are financially abusing you.
\nEconomic abuse is broader than financial abuse. An economic abuser might be
\nlimiting your access to basic resources like food, shelter, clothing or transport, creating
\ninstability and threatening your safety.<\/p>\n
Sexual abuse<\/h3>\n
Doesn\u2019t have to be physical. An abuser might manipulate or coerce you into doing things
\nyou don\u2019t want to do. Sexual abuse can happen in or outside of relationships, including within marriage. Your abuser may be pressuring you to have sex or to engage in sexual acts, hurting you during sex, pressuring you to have unprotected sex and more.<\/p>\n
Coercive control<\/h3>\n
When an abuser uses a pattern of behaviour over time to exert power and control. It is a
\ncriminal offence.<\/p>\n
Physical abuse<\/h3>\n
Not only hitting. An abuser might restrain you or throw objects. The abuser might pinch
\nor shove you and claim it\u2019s a \u2018joke\u2019. If an abuser is hitting, punching, kicking, pushing, using a weapon against you or causing you any kind of physical harm, minor or extreme, you\u2019re being physically abused.<\/p>\n
Tech abuse<\/h3>\n
The abuser might send abusive texts, demand access to your devices, track you
\nwith spyware, or share images of you online. If your accounts are being monitored,
\nintimate videos or photos have been shared online or someone is using software that
\nmonitors what you\u2019re doing or where you\u2019re going, you\u2019re being digitally abused.<\/p>\n
Gaslighting<\/h3>\n
Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse that discredits your memory, perception
\nand sanity. An abuser might use lies, denial, contradiction, false information and
\nmanipulation to exert control.<\/p>\n
If you are aware of someone whose partner exhibits the behaviours below
\nthe person could be a victim of domestic abuse:<\/h3>\n
\u2022 Partner is jealous and possessive
\n\u2022 They are nice one minute and then abusive in the next
\n\u2022 Tells the individual what to wear, where they can go and who they can see
\n\u2022 Constantly puts them down
\n\u2022 Puts pressure onto the individual to have sex when they don\u2019t want to
\n\u2022 Plays mind games and makes them doubt their judgement
\n\u2022 Isolates the individual from friends and family
\n\u2022 Controls their money
\n\u2022 Tracks their movement and messages
\n\u2022 The individual feels as if they have to walk on eggshells, so they don\u2019t upset partner
\n\u2022 Partner uses anger and intimidation to frighten the individual<\/p>\n
Victims of domestic abuse can often experience domestic abuse for several years
\nbefore finding the strength to seek help and support to get away from the abusive
\npartner. The impact of domestic abuse on an individual can last for several years.<\/p>\n
It is also important not to forget the impact on children who live in a household where
\nthere is domestic abuse, a child witnessing domestic is child abuse. A child\u2019s mental and
\nphysical wellbeing, and their behaviour can suffer through witnessing domestic abuse
\nwith the impact possibly lasting into their adulthood.<\/p>\n
We all have a role in trying to identify when someone is being abused and if possible
\nsupport or encourage them to seek the appropriate help to leave an abusive
\nrelationship.<\/p>\n
If you are experiencing abuse or believe you are in an abusive relationship, talking
\nto someone can be the first step to leaving an abusive relationship. Care first have counsellors and advisers who can listen, support, or sign post you to where you can
\nget assistance. You could also talk to a trusted, family member, friend or colleague. If
\nyou wish to contact the Care first telephone counselling and information line then please
\ndon\u2019t hesitate to call the Freephone number provided by your organisation and you can
\nspeak to a professional in confidence.<\/p>\n
There are other national agencies that provide support:<\/h3>\n
National Domestic Violence Helpline \u2013 0808 2000 247
\nThe Men\u2019s Advice Line, for male domestic abuse survivors \u2013 0808 801 0327
\nThe Mix, free information and support for under 25s in the UK \u2013 0808 808 4994
\nNational LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline \u2013 0800 999 5428<\/p>\n
Sources of information: Visit: www.carefirst-lifestyle.co.uk<\/a> to view our articles on health and well-being, or call 0808 168 2143 for in the moment support.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" What is domestic abuse? Domestic abuse is generally defined as incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening and violent behaviour between individuals that have been in an intimate relationship that includes family members. Stereotypically women are considered to be the most common … Continue reading
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\nhttps:\/\/www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk\/<\/a>
\nhttps:\/\/www.nspcc.org.uk\/<\/a>
\nhttps:\/\/www.womensaid.org.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n