Recognising and Responding to Domestic and Family Violence
Recognising and Responding to Domestic and Family Violence
Recognising and Responding to Domestic and Family Violence
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Safety Planning for Children-<br />
Cont’d<br />
‣ If it is safe for you <strong>to</strong> do so, call a family member, a friend or the police;<br />
‣ Remember that the violence is not your fault or your responsibility;<br />
ity;<br />
‣ Tell someone about what is happening in the home, like a teacher, , doc<strong>to</strong>r or<br />
counsellor;<br />
DON’T:<br />
‣ Try <strong>to</strong> intervene or s<strong>to</strong>p the violence as you may get hurt;<br />
‣ Don’t t try <strong>to</strong> call for help if it will draw attention <strong>to</strong> you or cause <strong>to</strong> you<br />
become a target for the violence;