If You Are Abused

WHAT YOU CAN DO IF YOU ARE BEING ABUSED

While you cannot stop your partner’s abuse—only he or she can do that—you can find help and support for yourself.

• Talk with someone you trust: a friend or relative, a neighbor, coworker or religious or spiritual advisor.
• Tell your physician, nurse, psychiatrist or therapist about the abuse.
• Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline [1-800-799-SAFE (7233)], your state domestic violence coalition, and/or a local domestic violence agency.
• Call the police if you are in danger. Remember, you know your situation better than anyone else.
• Don’t let someone talk you into doing something that isn’t right for you.