Helplines in Ardahan, Türkiye.

Find support for abuse and domestic violence from a hotline in Ardahan, Türkiye

Domestic abuse is any behaviour that aims to dominate or maintain control over a partner, spouse, family member or girlfriend/boyfriend. The abuse may be physical, emotional, verbal, sexual or financial in nature. You may feel controlled, threatened, coerced or demeaned.

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 0 abuse and domestic violence hotlines in Ardahan, Türkiye. Reach out if this is happening:

• Your partner/family member yells at you
• Being taken advantage of financially
• Your partner/family member has told you they will commit suicide if you leave
• Your belongings and property being destroyed
• Your devices are being monitored or tracked by a partner/family member
• Your partner/family member constantly checks up on you
• Being forced to have sex or perform other sexual activities that you don’t want to
• Your partner/family member has an unpredictable, violent temperament, and they direct the anger at you

Victims of abuse and domestic violence can be in a difficult position. They once had (or still have) love for the abuser. On the other hand, they are constantly exposed to harm from someone who should love them back. This can feel puzzling and scary.

There is no universal recipe for setting free from abuse and domestic violence. However, know that many women, children, and men in Ardahan, Türkiye have made it. The first step in the process is opening up to a trusted and understanding person. Then, you can find your way out.

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