Understanding the Various Forms of Abuse
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Understanding the various forms of domestic abuse is crucial for recognizing and addressing the issue.
Emotional abuse involves patterns of behaviour that chip away at a person’s self-esteem and confidence. It can include constant criticism, manipulation, threats, and controlling behaviour.
Physical abuse includes any act of violence such as hitting, slapping, pushing, choking, or any other action that causes physical harm.
Sexual abuse involves any sexual activity without consent, including coercion, manipulation, or physical force.
Financial abuse includes controlling someone's access to money, restricting financial independence, or forcing them to be financially dependent.
Digital abuse involves using technology (phones, social media, GPS, etc.) to control, harass, or intimidate someone.
Domestic abuse can happen to anyone, but it doesn't always present in the same way.
Those in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Intersex, Asexual+ (LGBTQIA+) community may experience specific forms of abuse and be at risk of certain types of abuse more often than others.
Prevalence of abuse in the LGBTQIA+ community:
- 1 in 2 Trans People
- 1 in 4 Lesbian People
- 1 in 3 Bisexual People
- 1 in 4 Gay People
Other services which can provide support for the LGBTQIA+ Community:
The LGBT+ Cymru Helpline is a service that provides counselling and support to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Allies and families in Wales. Call 0800 917 9996 or email info@lgbtcymru.org.uk
The Myriad Programme, Calan DVS
8 week recovery and resilience programme Email: myriad@calandvs.org.uk
GoodVibes Youth Group
A safe space for LGBTQ+ young people (11–25), run by YMCA Swansea in partnership with LGBT+ Cymru. Email: kelly@ymcaswansea.org.uk
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