How to Talk to Someone

How to Talk to Someone.

If you think you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, talking to someone about it can be hard.

You might feel like no one will believe you or that you’ll get into trouble for reporting what’s going on.

But telling someone about the abuse is the best way to put a stop to it.

You should never try to confront an abuser on your own. Instead, tell an adult you trust what’s going on. It might be another parent, grandparent, relative, teacher, counselor, pastor, coach, or doctor.

Don't Go In Alone

There are several resources to give you support, talk about the problem, or learn about steps to take to make yourself and/or the abuse victim feel safe.

These are all 100% confidential and free...

Don't Have Anyone to Turn to?

National Domestic Violence Hotline:

Call 800-799-7233, text “Start” to 88788, or get live chat support and resources online

Domestic Abuse & Sexual Assault Intervention Services:

Call 973-875-1211 or text 973-222-2593 for support and resources online

Crisis Text Line:

For Help with Emotional Abuse

Use live chat, WhatsApp, or text “Home” to 741741 to chat with a volunteer crisis counselor

National Runaway Safeline:

Call 1-800-786-2929, live chat, email, or post anonymously in the forum to get support

Always Remember

Talking to someone about domestic abuse can be a scary step to take, but everyone deserves to feel safe at home.

Silence is an abuser’s strongest weapon. Don’t stay silent if you’re being abused.

Start by talking to a trusted adult or using the resources above to get the support you need.

SOURCES:

www.thehotline.org/

www.dasi.org/youth-affected-by-violence.php

www.loveisrespect.org/get-relationship-help-24-7-365/

www.crisistextline.org/text-us/
www.1800runaway.org/youth-teens/get-help