Helplines in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.

Are you experiencing abuse or domestic violence? Contact a hotline in Argyll and Bute, Scotland for support

Domestic abuse 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 Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Reach out if this is happening:

• Not allowing you to work or get an education
• Feeling helpless, desperate, or emotionally numb
• Your partner/family member constantly checks up on you
• Your partner/family member is acting excessively jealously
• Feeling like you can’t do anything right for your partner/family member
• Your partner/family member humiliates you, insults you and puts you down
• Your privacy online being invaded
• Your devices are being monitored or tracked by a partner/family member

Experiencing a wide range of emotions is perfectly normal for victims of abuse and domestic violence. Doubting the clarity of your mind or your ability to understand what’s happening is also a common consequence of the abuse you have experienced.

It’s normal if you feel isolated. Victims of abuse and domestic violence are exposed to extreme stress and often go through it alone. Even though it might feel difficult to share what you are going through, hotline staff in Argyll and Bute, Scotland will listen, try to understand – and help you.

For free and confidential support with abuse and domestic violence, consider contacting a hotline in Argyll and Bute, Scotland today.