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Abuse
What is abuse?
Abuse is when someone hurts you or makes you feel scared, upset, or unsafe on purpose. It can happen in different ways, like someone saying mean things, hitting or trying to control what you do.
It can be hard to know if something is abuse, and that’s okay. If something doesn’t feel right it’s important to talk to someone you trust.
What can I do if I’m being abused?
Abuse is always wrong and it can be very difficult to talk about but you’re never alone.
Abuse isn’t always carried out by a stranger and can be someone you know, which can make it feel hard to speak out about.
If a friend, partner or family member is violent or abusive towards you, it is important to ask for help. If you’re worried about abuse, find out what it is and who can help you.
Learn about the different types of abuse and how to get help and support:
- Physical abuse – being hurt by someone for no reason
- Mental or emotional abuse – being treated badly, such as always being ignored, criticised, put down by others or makes you feel bad
- Verbal abuse – saying or shouting or writing horrible things
- Neglect – not being looked after and kept healthy
- Sexual abuse – being touched where you shouldn’t be or forced to take part in sexual activity
If you tell someone, they can help to make it stop. Check out the Learn More and Get Help Now links on this page.
Get Help Now!
Here are a list of services that can help. The icons below tell you the type of support available.
Youth Groups in Nottinghamshire & Nottingham City
Young Creatives Project
Refuge Against Domestic Violence
Women's Aid
Nottingham City CAMHS
Nottinghamshire County CAMHS
Relate Nottingham
Be U Notts
Talkzone
Kooth
Equation
Which services can I access?
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