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Health Advice and Information on Domestic ViolenceCounselling is a great support for those in the situation of domestic violence and even after the threat is no longer immediate, the emotional, mental and physical wounds very often still remain. There are different organisations that deal specifically with victims of domestic violence such as Womens Aid, also there is now far greater acceptance and help for male victims either within a male or female relationship, in our directory there are the specific organisations or counsellors. There is a lot of further information in the bullying sections. Realising that domesetic situations may not be neccessarily physically violent, especially at first, but the mental and emotional abuse that is endured is a violence of its own.The overall aim of counselling in the words of Womens Aid; Is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living in a way you experience as more satisfactory. In a safe environment you can look at specific problems you may be experiencing with the way you think, feel or behave. This may often include how you experience yourself, or your relationship with others- it may also involve coming to terms with things that you cannot change. The counsellor helps you explore and clarify your feelings, thinking and behaviour, in ways that respect your values, personal resources and freedom of choice. Seeking help through a counsellor is a brave and positive action- a person who has the self awareness to recognise that she may need help from another person shows that she has the insight, courage and inner resources to start to sort them out effectively. Berkshire Womens Aid 01189 50 4003 Domestic Violence is abuse. It is a form of bullying and whatever the bully may say, it is not the fault of the victim. It is the bully that is lacking and their probblems may probably be very deep routed. This aside, it is unacceptable to be bullied and abused, mentally, physically and emotionally. One in four of all women in the UK are victims, and this problem is huge and widespread and often well hiden and not talked about. The victim may stay with the violent partner for many reasons. Fear of retribution, fear of having their children taken away, fear of the unknown. It is important though to free yourself from the bondage of abuse, for your own immediate and long term safety and sanity and for any children involved. Many children witness the violence which is no good, no rhealthy for them, many even become the victims of violence themselve. It can be said also that a child witnessing this may also become violent themselves as they learn from the behaviour of the parents. Many women and men have left their violent partners when all seemed lost and found a safe haven to be able to get on with their own lives happily again. Firstly, it is important to recognise the problem and seek help. Taking this action may seem like a big step, but it is the first step towards freedom. Counsellors who recognise and can help with people who are experiencing domestic violence can put you in touch with other support groups and help with housing and financial issues and also the ongoing support and counselling that will be helpful after the immediate problem no longer remains. Many people who have experienced this type of abuse can live with the effects and aftermath for years, if not forever. Forming new relationships and finding ones own true self after this abuse within your own home and family takes some time and more often than not will require some support from someone who is experienced. Domestic violence is more often than not devastating and can strip you of your self respect and self esteem, leaving you full of fear and afraid. It can be hard to shake these feelings and emotions once they have been instilled in us. Time and a good counsellor will go a long way to helping you recover. Meeting others who have been through the same situation can be very theraputic and helpful. If you are currently a victim of domestic violence, whether male or female, or you are still living with the negative feelings and emotions contact a counsellor online or close to where you live that can help you find a way out and heal heal and deal with the issues you are facing so that you can go and lead a safe, secure and loving life. It is possible and you are worth it and you can take that action now. In all cases, the sooner the better. The domestic violence is not going to stop or go away and get any better. It will get worse, it always does. You are not alone. Find help now. |
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