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Verbal (and non-verbal) ABUSE | |||
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Verbal
abuse can leave deep scars |
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| The signs | Name calling, yelling and screaming Being ordered around Mocking, criticising and shaming Being possessive and isolating friends & family Continually undermining others |
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| and what we hear ... | "Don't ever call
me names" "You don't follow orders". "Nobody asked you for your opinion" "you wouldn't know anyway" "I don't like your attitude" |
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If you want to change this situation, START by developing mutual respect |
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| Steps to rebuild respect | Get a good night's sleep to built up your inner strength | |
| Meet in a safe place so there is less chance of arguements | ||
| Quietly listen to all sides and show that you do care | ||
| Avoid: blaming each other, anger, guilt and sadness | ||
| Respect each other's decisions, even if you don't agree. | ||
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| Verbal abuse leads to Domestic Violence | - Various examples of abuse | 7/10 |
| Youth outreach | - Building communities | 6/10 |
| Family violence prevention service | - (USA-based) Download newsletters | 7/10 |
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Victims
in this situation often find it difficult to talk to someone and get
help. They feel that it is their fault, they may feel embarrassed, their self-esteem and confidence gone; as they have been told repeatedly that they are useless and worthless. The abuser may be reluctant to admit what he is doing is wrong, and believes that his actions are ok. Often thinks that their behaviour is normal! |
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Domestic Violence Telephone Service (24 hr) Women's Information Referral Line Men's Referral Service Kid's Helpline |
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1800 656 463 1800 817 227 1300 789 978 1800 551 800 |
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