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Domestic violence and abusive relationships

Domestic violence (or family violence) is when someone uses violence to maintain power over someone they’re close to. Learn about signs, effects and what you can do if you're in an abusive relationship.

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Daisy app

Daisy connects people experiencing violence or abuse to local services across Australia.

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Sunny app

Sunny is 1800RESPECT's app for people with disability who are experiencing, or risk experiencing, domestic, family and sexual violence. The app provides support to individuals to recognise, respond and get help if they are experiencing violence and abuse.

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Emotional abuse

Emotional abuse includes verbal abuse, threats, restricting freedom and public embarrassment. It can cause physical and mental health problems.

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Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Complex PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop in people who have been through prolonged and repeated trauma, particularly in childhood.

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COVID-19 support and essential services

Learn more here about getting medicines, food and essential supplies while isolating with COVID-19, as well as who you can reach out to for help.

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Child abuse

Child abuse is any behaviour that harms or could harm a child or young person, either physically or emotionally. Recognise the signs and report it.

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Facial injuries

An injury to the face can be caused by almost anything, including falling over, cutting yourself shaving or being struck in the face by an object.

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Health and wellbeing apps

Browse our selection of healthcare apps from our trusted information partners.

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Keeping your kids safe

Get some tips on how to teach your child to recognise suspicious behaviour and what to do about it.

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