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Children and young people

  • If you, a child or another person is in immediate danger call 000 now
  • Being a witness to violence is distressing for children and young people, whether or not the violence is directed at them
  • There are practical things you can do to support a child or young person who is exposed to violence and abuse
  • Providing a positive adult-child relationship and having age-appropriate open conversations can help recovery.
How does domestic violence affect children?
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Talking with teens about violence

If abuse is happening in your home, open conversations with your teenager are important. Talking openly helps them understand their right to safety and respect in their relationships.

Safety planning

Safety planning is thinking about things you can do to be safer when living with violence or abuse.

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