Helplines in Tasmania, Australia.

Find support for abuse and domestic violence from a hotline in Tasmania, Australia

Domestic violence is any action intended to control or keep power over a spouse, partner, family member, or girlfriend/boyfriend. The abuse may take the form of something physical, or it may be emotional, verbal, sexual, or financial. You might feel threatened, controlled, or belittled.

If you are being psychologically, emotionally or physically harmed, you are not alone. Statistics show that one in three women and one in three men have experienced abuse and domestic violence. If you're looking for support, there are 1 abuse and domestic violence hotlines in Tasmania, Australia. Reach out if this is happening:

• Fear of your partner/family member much of the time
• Feeling like you can’t do anything right for your partner/family member
• Being forced to have sex or perform other sexual activities that you don’t want to
• You are being isolated from friends and family members
• Your partner/family member is acting excessively jealously
• Your partner/family member blames you for how they behave
• Being exposed to intimidation and coercion
• Any form of physical harm (hitting, slapping, strangling, kicking, burning, cutting)

You might feel completely alone if you are a victim of abuse and domestic violence. Many people in your position tend to hide what they are experiencing. However, know that it is nothing to be ashamed of. The abuse and everything about it is absolutely not your fault.

If you're experiencing abuse and domestic violence, feeling scared is perfectly natural. You could be doubtful and convinced that there’s no way out. Talking to someone in Tasmania, Australia who understands how abusive relationships work might help you feel less hopeless and powerless.

If you are ready to talk to someone about your experiences of abuse or domestic violence, you can contact a hotline in Tasmania, Australia for free and confidential support.