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When in doubt take action. It may be very difficult
to remove yourself from an abusive relationship because of the very nature
of the control and power exercised by the abuser.
The best thing you can do is to consult with experts who
can help you. Here are two primary resources for the
US:
Hotlines
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224 (TDD)
In emergencies dial 911
National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline
You can talk
one-on-one with a trained advocate 24/7 who can offer support and connect
you to resources. Call toll free 1-866-331-9474 or TTY 1-866-331-8453.
One-on-one live chat is also available from 4-midnight Central Standard
Time, 7 days a week.
No names. No judging. Only help — anytime you need it for
teens age 13-18.
International
Resources
Domestic Violence & Incest Resource Centre
(Australia)
www.dvirc.org.au
Hot Peach Pages
- Worldwide List of Agencies Against Domestic Violence
www.hotpeachpages.net
Shelternet (Canada)
www.shelternet.ca
UNIFEM,
United Nations Development for Women
www.unifem.org
Women's Aid (United
Kingdom)
www.womensaid.org.uk
Women's Link Worldwide
(Western Europe and Latin America)
www.womenslinkworldwide.org
Here are ways you
can help others who are being abused.
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