Recognising the signs of a harmful or unsafe relationship

Staying safe while affected by domestic and family violence
- Practical steps you can take to stay safe
  Making a safety plan
  
  What should I do if children are involved?
  
  Seeking protection from DFV
  
  Collecting evidence safely
  
  Using technology safely
  
  Protecting yourself from economic or financial abuse
  
  Staying safe at home
  
  Staying safe if leaving a harmful relationship
  
  Finding urgent or general medical care
  
  Reporting domestic and family violence to the police
  
  Getting legal advice
  
  Protecting pets
  
  Help with your rego, fines and TMR records
- Recovery and healing
  Housing
  
  Help to recover and heal
  
  Going back to work
  
  Further education and training pathways
  
  Accessing legal services and help
  
  Finances
  
  Looking after your health and wellbeing
  
  Ending a harmful relationship or separating from your partner

Helping someone affected by domestic and family violence

Healthy and harmful relationships

This website discusses domestic and family violence and coercive control.
Call Triple Zero (000) and ask for Police if you are in a dangerous or life-threatening situation.
If you don't want to speak to the police you can also call DV Connect on 1800 811 811 or 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
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I feel scared, threatened or restricted in my relationship

Someone I know may be in a harmful relationship

Last updated:: 16 December 2024

Recognising the signs of a harmful or unsafe relationship

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Someone I know may be in a harmful relationship

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