Any relationship where another person is abusive, violent, intimidating, threatening, or is making you feel scared is considered domestic and family violence.

Every family has times when they disagree and don’t get along. But there’s a difference between not getting along, and hurting, humiliating, threatening or frightening other family members.

Domestic and family violence can take many shapes. It’s important to know that it’s not always physical things, like kicking and punching. It can be financial, like controlling someone by not giving them money or getting angry about money, or psychological, like abusive text messages, demanding phone calls or constantly monitoring a partner’s activity.

Sound scary? It’s all domestic violence and none of it is okay.

 

How to get help

Try talking to your school’s guidance counsellor, nurse, chaplain or other services available:

• Kids Helpline: you can call 1800 55 1800 24/7. You can also email or chat online.
• Youth support service – if you’re aged 12–18, find support services that are close to you for help with any aspect of your life, such as housing, education or family.

If you or someone in your family is in danger and you fear for your safety, please immediately call triple zero (000) and ask for the Queensland Police Service. Stay safe.

For Adults

DV Connect provides a range of services 24/7 to adults experiencing the effects of domestic and family violence. You can call:

• Womensline: 1800 811 811
• Mensline: 1800 600 636

 

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