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If you are abused by your partner, either physically or emotionally:
I'm sorry if this offends anyone but there is no subtle way to say this:
GET OUT- of the relationship and/or the home, as soon as you can, and don't go back. Ring your local crisis centre, they can help, in confidence, and find you somewhere safe to stay.
TELL SOMEONE- a friend, family member or neighbour, boss, colleague, anyone who will listen. You are not alone. Get help now.
DO NOT PUT UP WITH IT - it is not your fault, you do not deserve it. That is not the way someone who loves you is meant to treat you. You deserve better.
THEY WILL NEVER CHANGE- no matter what they tell you, they will only get worse if you allow them to get away with it. Even if they do not use physical abuse now, it could become that way.
IF YOU STAY YOU COULD DIE.
They just aren't worth it.
GO TO THE POLICE - they will believe you. You can take out a restraining order against the person who abused you and have them charged.
THIS APPLIES TO MEN AS WELL AS WOMEN, as men can be abused too.
You only have one life do not risk it or waste it on someone who hurts you.
IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN they are at risk too, if not physically, from emotional or psychological harm in seeing what is done to you. You may think you can cope with it...they will not.
For teens see links and support
For adults see links and support
If anyone suspects someone they know is at risk, please help them
... before it's too late.
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Forgiveness is the attribute of the Strong.
(Mahatma Gandhi)
