Are you ... or someone you know in an abusive relationship?

Domestic abuse / violence may be difficult to identify. Relationship is about compromise and commitments but what is the border between acceptable and abusive behaviour?

In order to help you identify if you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship we have provided you with the following information. See the links on the left of the page:

Quiz on Relationship Warning Signs
Try the BBC's Quiz on Warning Signs for Relationships

Warning Signs
This page provides you with information on signs which may indicate you are in an abusive relationship.

Common things abusers say
This page provides you with examples of what some abusers can say.

Common abusive behaviour
This page provides you with examples of things some abusers can do.

If you think you may be in an abusive relationship, you may find it useful to contact someone to talk about it on: