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there are several different ways you can get help with the physical abuse you can tell a friend and they can do what they think is needed. With telling a friend you cant get mad if they take it into their consideration as to weather they tell someone who can help you or not. You can call the police or a hotline. There are certain numbers you can call or text in case you don't want to with someone in person. With physical abuse there are many ways to get out of a situation the most important way is to leave and never look back.

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Physical abuse happens when a person uses physical force against another person. Physical abuse can start slowly and inconspicuously, for example with throwing an object or a slap, and get more intense or worse over time.

Signs of physical abuse

A person can experience many different types of physical abuse. Physical abuse includes:

shaking, slapping, pushing, punching or scratching

kicking

spitting or biting

trying to strangle or choke

using weapons

driving dangerously

destroying property and throwing things

abuse of children or pets

locking someone out of their house or in the house

sleep and food deprivation

forced feeding

physical restraint e.g. pinning against the wall or bed.

Abusive relationships can move through a cycle of violence that includes periods of tension and calm. This can make it difficult to leave a physically abusive relationship.

Learn more about the other types of abuse.

What to do if you are experiencing physical abuse

If you are in an abusive relationship, you can find help now.

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Physical abuse happens when a person uses physical force against another person. Physical abuse can start slowly and inconspicuously, for example with throwing an object or a slap, and get more intense or worse over time. A person can experience many different types of physical abuse.

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Physical abuse in a relationship often starts gradually, such as with a push or a slap, and then becomes progressively worse over time. Physical violence is always illegal. If you have been physically abused, there are things you can do to get support.

What is physical abuse?

Physical abuse basically involves a person using physical force against you, which causes, or could cause, you harm.

Types of physical abuse

Physical abuse can involve any of the following violent acts:

scratching or biting

pushing or shoving

slapping

kicking

choking or strangling

throwing things

force feeding or denying you food

using weapons or objects that could hurt you

physically restraining you (such as pinning you against a wall, floor, bed, etc.)

reckless driving

other acts that hurt or threaten you.

How it starts

Many survivors of physical abuse say that the violence started with just a slap or a push, but then became more intense over time.

Blaming you

An abuser will often blame someone else, such as the victim, for saying or doing something that 'caused' their violent behaviour. Or they might say their behaviour was a result of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or feeling stressed or frustrated.

Telling you they're sorry

It's also quite common for the abuser to feel remorse and to apologise after an assault. They may beg for forgiveness and promise they'll never do it again. They will quite often sincerely regret what they've done, which makes it more difficult for the victim of the assault to leave the relationship.

What you need to remember:

Their violent behaviour is always their responsibility, not yours.

Abuse is never okay or justifiable.

Whatever they say, their violence is never acceptable.

What should you do if you've been physically abused?

If you've experienced physical abuse, it's essential that you seek help. There are a number of services that can offer support. Most importantly, if you're currently fearful or you believe you're in danger, contact the emergency services ( 000) immediately.

Use ReachOut NextStep. It's an anonymous online tool that recommends relevant support options.

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types of ways that you can tell this is going on is if there are bruises showing up or if you can tell someone has been crying for periods of time. A person can also show it by frequently going to the hospital if severely injured.

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types of ways that you can tell this is going on is if there are bruises showing up or if you can tell someone has been crying for periods of time. A person can also show it by frequently going to the hospital if severely injured.

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Physical abuse is a intentional acting causing pain, injury, trauma to a person or an animal.

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Physical abuse is a intentional acting causing pain, injury, trauma to a person or an animal.