They say they love me, is this still abuse?
If the person you are in a relationship with is upsetting, threatening or hurting you, this is relationship abuse. They may still say that they love you, but nobody has the right to do this to you. In a healthy relationship you should be treated with respect, your opinions valued, you should be encouraged to achieve and try hard, and be listened to when you talk about your feelings.
I’m a boy, can this happen to me?
Relationship abuse can happen to anyone – to boys or girls, men or women. It can also happen in relationships between boys and girls and in same sex (gay or lesbian) relationships.
I’m scared that they will hurt me if I leave?
Leaving a relationship can make your partner angry and may lead to them being more violent towards you. If you're planning to leave your partner, there are people who can help you do this as safely as possible. If you feel you are in immediate danger, ring the police on 999. All police officers are now trained in domestic abuse and relationship abuse and will help keep you safe.
I’m pregnant and scared for myself and my baby?
When you're in an abusive relationship and are pregnant, you and your baby are at risk. It can feel overwhelming having to protect yourself and your baby. Your local children’s services have a duty to help keep you and your baby safe. Many young people are worried about talking to a social worker from children's services as they think this will mean that their baby is taken away. However, children's services will want to help keep you and your baby safe and together with the right support to help you. You can go to your local council offices and ask for help – think about taking a trusted adult with you to support you.