If you know someone using abusive behaviour
Call 999 or go to your local police station for immediate help if you or someone else is in danger or a crime is in progress. If you are unable to speak, 999 operators can still connect you to police. The operator will listen for background noises. Find out how to make silent 999 calls.
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If you are worried someone is using abusive behaviours, it can be difficult to know what to do. Using abusive behaviours is a choice, and the person can change their behaviour if they want to.
Respect support those who want to change their behaviour and can also offer support to friends and family who are worried about someone’s behaviour.
- Telephone: 0808 8024040
- Lines open: Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm
- Website: www.respectphoneline.org.uk/friends-family
- Webchat: Thursday 2:00pm to 4:00pm
If you are concerned about a child using abusive behaviours
To get help for a child using abusive behaviours, contact Children’s Advice and Support Service (CASS):
- Telephone: 0121 303 1888 - select option 2 then option 2
- Lines open: Monday to Thursday from 8:45am to 5:15pm and Friday from 8:45am to 4:15pm
- Emergency out of hours telephone: 0121 675 4806 (evenings or weekends)
If you suspect a colleague might be a perpetrator
If you are worried that a colleague in your workplace may be perpetrating domestic abuse, it is important to prioritise your safety and that of the survivor. Contact the Domestic Abuse Hub for advice and support.
- Telephone: 0808 800 0028
- Lines open: Every day from 9:00am to 5:00pm
- Website: www.bswaid.org
- Webchat open: Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Page last updated: 20 December 2024
