Domestic Violence
Domestic abuse behaviour can be physical, psychological, sexual or financial.
Abuse is rarely a one-off event, and domestic abuse behaviour tends to get worse over time.
Domestic abuse is not always physical violence. It can also include:
- coercive control and ‘gaslighting’
- economic abuse
- online abuse
- threats and intimidation
- emotional abuse
- sexual abuse
Anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, sexuality or background.
1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime, and 750,000 child incidents of domestic abuse are reported in the UK every year.
Useful links
Leeway - Norfolk's largest specialist provider of domestic abuse support.
Established in 1974, Leeway is an independent charity providing support to adults, young people and children who are experiencing domestic abuse in Norfolk and Suffolk. We operate eight safe houses and people experiencing domestic abuse and their children are welcome to stay as long as necessary to secure a future free from a dangerous partner.
Domestic abuse helpline 0300 561 0077
Bright Sky -Bright Sky app
Bright Sky is a mobile app and website for anyone experiencing domestic abuse, or who is worried about someone else.
The app can be downloaded for free from the app stores. Only download the app if it is safe for you to do so and if you are sure that your phone isn’t being monitored.
Mens advice line -The Men’s Advice Line is for male victims of domestic abuse. We offer confidential advice, non-judgmental support, practical information and help. Freephone 0808 8010327
Broken Rainbow -Broken Rainbow is a national LGBT domestic violence charity providing confidential support to all members of the LGBT communities, their family, friends, and agencies supporting them. The dedicated helpline and online chat function is run by trained LGBT people as a safe space to talk and explore support options. 0800 999 5428
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