Your response can save lives. If you know someone in an abusive relationship, you can get help for them. You can call the 24-hour National Anti-Violence and Sexual Harrassment Helpline (NAVH) at 1800-777-0000 or make an online report via the NAVH Reporting Form.

In life-threatening situations If there is imminent danger, call the police at 999 or SMS 70999 or go to your nearest Neighbourhood Police Post or Centre for help.

Here are also some tips on what you should or should not do.

DOs

• Approach him/her in an understanding manner and talk to him/her in private.

• Express your concern and encourage him/her to talk and share his/her feelings. Be patient and take time to listen.

• Offer to accompany him/her to see a doctor if he/she sustained physical injuries.

• Inform him/her about sources of help and provide him/her with emotional and practical support.

• Help take care of his/her children or accompany him/her to the relevant agencies if needed.

  
  

DON'Ts

• Downplay or dismiss the violence and tell him/her that everything will be fine or that abuse is normal.

• Try to solve his/her problem and insist that he/she must do what you say.

• Judge or criticise his/her decision even if he/she shows that he/she is not ready to do something about it. Respect the decision and assure him/her of your support if he/she decides to seek help.

• Lose your patience. Continue to support and keep in touch with him/her.

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