The misconception is that domestic abuse is solely linked to violent behaviour β that is not the case. Domestic abuse can be any form of physical, sexual, psychological, controlling or financial abuse carried out by a partner, ex-partner, family member, neighbour, landlord or other personal relationship.
This includes honour based violence and forced marriage. It doesn't matter what your age, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, wealth or lifestyle β domestic abuse can occur in any relationship.
If someone is forced into changing their behaviour to satisfy their partner, it is possible that they are being abused. Police statistics show that between October and September , Norfolk Police received 19, domestic abuse related calls β that is an average of over 50 calls a day. We also know that:.
While there are no fixed signs that an adult or child may be experiencing domestic abuse, you may notice some changes to their behaviour. This may be:. If you answer yes to one of the following questions, it is possible that you are in an abusive relationship. Equally, you may know of someone who would answer yes. Domestic abuse helpline If you are in immediate danger CALL LiveChat service times: Monday: 10am - 12 midday Tuesday: 2pm - 4pm Wednesday: 10am - 12 midday Thursday: 2pm - 4pm Friday: 10am - 12 midday.
Sign up to our newsletter. What is domestic abuse? Domestic abuse can occur in any relationship It doesn't matter what your age, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, wealth or lifestyle β domestic abuse can occur in any relationship. Facts Police statistics show that between October and September , Norfolk Police received 19, domestic abuse related calls β that is an average of over 50 calls a day.
