Anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, socio-economic status, sexuality or background.
There are different kinds of abuse that can happen in different contexts. The most prevalent type of domestic abuse occurs in relationships. But the definition of domestic abuse also covers abuse between family members, such as adolescent to parent violence and abuse.
For anyone who feels they are at risk of abuse, it is important to remember that there is help and support available to you, including police response, online support, helplines, refuges and other services. You are not alone.
For further information please visit www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-abuse-how-to-get-help
Coronavirus
The government acknowledges that the order to stay at home can cause anxiety for those who are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse. There is never an excuse for domestic abuse, no matter what the circumstances are.
Please remember that the instruction to self isolate in your household as a result of coronavirus does not apply if you need to leave your home to escape domestic abuse.
For further information, please visit www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-and-domestic-abuse/coronavirus-covid-19-support-for-victims-of-domestic-abuse
Call 999 for urgent help. If you can't speak dial +55 when prompted by the operator (mobile only)
Find support at gov.uk/domestic-abuse