Know the warning signs. (Remember not all of these signs will be in every abusive relationship)
There may be early indicators:
- Extreme jealousy
- Constant insults or ridicule
- Telling you what you can and can’t do
- Manipulation
- Insecurity
- Selfishness
- Possessiveness or controlling behavior
- Making false accusations – blaming
- Keeping you from seeing or talking with family and friends – isolation
- History of abusive behavior
- Withholding affection
Emergency Phone Numbers:
If you are in immediate danger, please dial 911
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-7233
The National Sexual Assault Hotline
(800) 656-4673
The National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline
(866) 331-9474
TTY for National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 787-3224