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Learn the Warning Signs
Most Ontarians feel a personal responsibility for reducing woman abuse...
and recognizing it is the first step.

Take the warning signs seriously.

Warning Signs of Abuse

You may suspect abuse is happening to a neighbour, friend or family member, but do not know what to do or how to talk about it. You may worry about making the situation worse, or be concerned about what to do. By understanding the warning signs and risk factors of woman abuse, you can help.


If you recognize some of these warning signs, it may be time to take action:

•He puts her down

•He does all the talking and dominates the conversation

•He checks up on her all the time, even at work

•He tries to suggest he is the victim and acts depressed

•He tries to keep her away from you

•He acts as if he owns her

•He lies to make himself look good or exaggerates his good qualities

•He acts like he is superior and of more value than others in his home

 

•She may be apologetic and makes excuses for his behaviour or becomes aggressive and angry

•She is nervous about talking when he’s there

•She seems to be sick more often and misses work

•She tries to cover her bruises

•She makes excuses at the last minute about why she can’t meet you or she tries to avoid you on the street.

•She seems sad, lonely, withdrawn and is afraid

•She uses more drugs or alcohol to cope




Click Here to see view Signs of High Risk

Statistics indicate that women who are under 25 years of age, women with a disability, Aboriginal women and women living common-law are at higher risk of abuse. (Statistics Canada: Family Violence in Canada. A Statistical Profile 2005)

The Assaulted Women’s Helpline at 1-866-863-0511 offers a 24-hour telephone and TTY 1-866-863-7868 crisis line for abused women in Ontario. The service is anonymous and confidential and is provided in up to 154 languages.

Helpline staff can support you in helping the abused woman or abusive man. They will discuss the warning signs of abuse you have seen and give you practical advice on ways to help.

For more information about the services of the Assaulted Women’s Helpline visit: www.awhl.org. In an emergency, call your local police service.

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