Types of Domestic Abuse
There are many different kinds of domestic abuse including emotional, physical, financial and digital. All forms are used by the perpetrator to exert power and control over their partner.
Abuser uses digital media to harass, control and manipulate you. Also known as online abuse, or technology facilitated abuse (TFA), digital abuse includes almost every kind of abuse that can happen offline.
Your abuser intentionally isolates you from your friends, family and network either by preventing contact or ruining the contact when it does happen by verbally or physically abusing you.
Your abuser uses their power and control over you to make you have sex or perform sexual acts with them. Your consent is not given.
Your abuser controls all the income coming into the house. You have to rely on him for everything and justify any money you need to spend.
Your abuser constantly undermines your self-esteem and confidence, leading you to believe you are stupid, or ‘a bad mother’, telling you that you’re going crazy or insane.
Your abuser inflicts or causes you intentional physical harm or injury. It's not just a black eye that counts...
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Leaving an abusive relationship does not always mean an end to the violence. Many people experience abuse from former partners (this is called post separation abuse). Here are some ideas to keep you as safe as possible.
Leaving an abusive relationship is difficult and may not be the safest option for you at a particular point. Here are some ways to keep you as safe as possible while remaining in the relationship.
If you are experiencing domestic violence or abuse, you can apply to the court for a Domestic Violence Order. All domestic abuse services have specialised court support workers to help and support you through every step of applying for an order.