Abusive behaviour is an action which causes pain or harm to someone else. This may not be intentional but it can become a harmful pattern. These actions can destroy your relationship and drive your partner and children away. However there are people available to help you break this pattern.

  • Do you think your partner is ever afraid of you?
  • Have you ever hit, pushed, threatened, frightened or intimidated your partner?
  • Have you ever tried to stop your partner form leaving, restraining them or locking them in?
  • Have you ever grabbed your partner during a disagreement?

If you answer yes to any of the points above, it is likely you are being abusive. However, there are people who can help:

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