If you are experiencing domestic abuse help is available. Don’t delay in seeking help during the lockdown.
What is domestic abuse?
Domestic abuse is not always physical violence. It can also include, but is not limited to:
- coercive control and ‘gaslighting’
- economic abuse
- online abuse
- verbal abuse
- emotional abuse
- sexual abuse
What signs to look for:
If you believe that you or someone else could be a victim of domestic abuse, there are signs that you can look out for, including:
- being withdrawn
- having bruises
- someone else controlling their finances
- not being allowed to leave the house
- monitoring technology use such as social media platforms
Where to get help ?
Don’t delay in getting help or reporting domestic abuse because of the coronavirus situation.
Call the 24-hour Domestic Abuse Helpline in confidence on 0800 027 1234 or visit the Safer Scotland website
If it is an emergency, always dial 999 and ask for the Police.
For links to services in Angus visit our website
SMS 999 text system
People who are Deaf, hard of hearing or have issues communicating verbally can use the SMS 999 text system (you must register for this service).
For non-emergency use dial 101. Members of the deaf community can use the Contact Scotland facility. You can find the online form on the Scotland Police website.
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