Domestic Violence

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence, also called domestic abuse, includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse in couple relationships or between family members. Domestic violence can happen against anyone, and anybody can be an abuser. Anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, socio-economic status, sexuality or background.

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

Domestic Abuse: Recognise the Signs

For more information on how to recognise domestic abuse in a relationship, please visit GOV.UK – Domestic abuse: recognise the signs.

Help After Rape and Sexual Assault

If you have been sexually assaulted, whether as an adult or a young person, it is important to remember that it wasn’t your fault. Sexual violence is a crime, no matter who commits it or where it happens. Don’t be afraid to get help.

Website: www.nhs.uk – Help after rape and sexual assault

Domestic Abuse: Get Help During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

Find out how to get help if you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse.

NIDAS

The domestic abuse service here for you every step of the way. No matter where you are in Norfolk, NIDAS are here to help you. Their aim is to listen to you, to guide and be by your side. You only have to tell them your story once. The service will support you, your needs, your journey – your freedom

For more information, please visit: nidasnorfolk.co.uk

Alternatively, you can contact NIDAS in the following ways:

Call: 0300 561 0555

Text: 07860 063 464

Out of hours: 0808 2000 247

Getting Help and Support for Domestic Violence

Domestic violence or abuse can happen to anyone. Find out how to recognise the signs and where to get help.

Website: www.nhs.uk – Domestic violence and abuse

National Domestic Abuse Hotline

Freephone 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline.

Telephone: 0808 2000 247

Associated online support is available on their website.

Website: www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Respect Phoneline

Respect Phoneline provide help for domestic violence perpetrators.

Is your abusive behaviour costing you your relationship? Help is available.

Telephone: 0808 8024040

Website: www.respectphoneline.org.uk

Email: info@respectphoneline.org.uk