Domestic abuse

Are you experiencing abuse from someone you know? Do you know someone who you think is being abused?

You are not alone and don't have to put up with abuse. Domestic abuse is controlling behaviour, used to exert power and control over victims. It covers a range of abusive behaviour and does not just involve physical violence.

Domestic abuse can be financial, emotional, sexual and psychological and the term covers forced marriage too. One or both of those involved does not consent to the marriage and there may be physical and emotional pressure on them to marry.

Most victims of domestic abuse are women and most abusers are men, but domestic abuse can affect people, irrespective of their gender, age, race, religion, sexuality and social class.

You can use the links on the left for practical help and advice.

If you need to leave these pages in a hurry, click on any of the panic buttons that you see. These will take you to the council's home page.

If you need to speak to someone directly about domestic abuse, visit the contacts page, or further information on domestic abuse is available from the Greater Manchester police website and End the Fear website.

This page was last updated on 20 December 2011