Help for someone else
We understand that it's very difficult to talk about abuse, especially if the person suffering from abuse is scared about what will happen if other people find out.
With this in mind we have put together a very basic outline of some of the things that you may want to consider whilst looking for support for someone that know/think may be suffering from abuse.
The most important thing to remember is that you are not responsible for the person that you are trying to help, this might be very difficult to understand but you have to keep yourself safe as well.
Look out for your friend, let them know how important they are to you and that your friendship matters to you.
If they ask for help let them know that we are here for them if they want to talk to someone confidentially. Also, consider asking them if they want some support in finding the help. Here are some small suggestion on who to talk to.
- 1step
- Teacher
- Friend
- Adult
- Parent
- Social services
- Work friend
- Boss
- Police