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If you are concerned about yourself, a friend or family member or your own behaviour, it is an emergency.
We know all forms of trauma can impact upon people’s mental wellbeing and this is a particular issue for those who are experiencing or have experienced any form of violence against women, domestic abuse and/or sexual abuse (VAWDASV).
Research also shows that people with mental health needs are more likely to have experienced each type of abuse, especially sexual abuse.
All forms of VAWDASV are fundamental breaches of human rights committed against women, men, and children. Every year lives are damaged needlessly.
What to do if you are concerned about yourself, a friend or family member and/or if you’re worried about your own behaviour.
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This is a free, pre-recorded, online course designed to help you understand common trauma symptoms and develop simple coping skills to manage them.
Each session will take about 20-25 minutes to complete. The session will look at a symptom of trauma and provide guidance on coping skills to help you manage them and support your recovery.
We have collected various resources on abuse and violence from accredited sources to help you or your loved ones.
| Type | Title | Related to… | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
 | WebsitesSexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) – New Pathways | Abuse, Trauma and PTSD | New Pathways |
| WebsitesViolence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV) – Gwent Safeguarding – Resources, training support and advice | Abuse |  |
| WebsitesDomestic Abuse Citizens Advice – What you can do when you’re fleeing from violence in the home, including finding emergency accommodation | Abuse |  |
 | ReadingDomestic Violence – NHS Self-help Guide | Abuse |  |
| ReadingAbuse – NHS Self-help Guide | Abuse | |
If you, a family member a friend, or someone you are concerned about has experienced domestic abuse or sexual violence, you can contact one of the organisations below. To see our full list of helplines, visit our helplines page.
Get in touch with Live Fear Free advisors free of charge by phone, online chat, text or email.
Live Fear Free can provide help and advice to:
Visit Live Fear Free website ➝
Hourglass Cymru is the only national charity dedicated to calling time on the harm and abuse of older people.
Available 24/7 – This Helpline is confidential and free, and our number will not show up on your phone bill.
Visit Hourglass Cymru website ➝
Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through. You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, our trained counsellors are here to support you.
Get help and advice about a wide range of issues, call us, talk to a counsellor online, send Childline an email or post on the message boards.
Call on 0800 1111 – the number will not show up on your phone bill.
Visit the Childline website ➝ 
Alcohol and mental health are closely linked. Find reliable information and resources to help you better understand the alcohol low risk guidelines and where to seek help if you are worried about your drinking.
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We can all feel lonely at times. Whilst loneliness isn’t a mental health problem it can affect your wellbeing.
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Many people will experience a traumatic event in their lifetime. Traumatic events are typically unexpected and can happen at any age.
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