How to get help if you use domestic and family violence

There are many services available to help people who use domestic and family violence deal with the emotional and legal issues.

People may wish to get help to prevent the violence in their relationships and family from occurring, but do not know where to turn.

Some people may be experiencing other conditions, such as depression or post traumatic stress disorder (commonly associated with veterans and service men and women), but have not been formally diagnosed.

Therefore, these people may have not received the proper treatment for these problems.

There are agencies available that can help people who use domestic and family violence in their relationships.

DV connect has a dedicated Mensline, available to assist with counselling and court assistance.

Veterans and current service men and women can contact the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service. This service is available throughout Queensland and Australia and offer many programs to assist both veterans and their families.

Relationships Australia is one of many agencies running programs dedicated to men and women who perpetrate domestic violence. They currently have a 15 week Alternative to Aggression course, targeted towards men who perpetrate violence. In addition, Relationships Australia runs an anger management course for women, recognising that anger and violence is not a gender based problem.

Although some people may feel the police service is working against them, it is important to know that help is available to support, counsel and advise you.

If more information is needed, contact your local police station and ask to speak to the domestic violence liaison officer, or in an emergency dial Triple Zero (000).

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For more information on programs and services available in a particular area please visit the Lifeline Service Finder site.