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when love hurts

a guide on love, respect and abuse in relationships


* New: Bursting the Bubble about abuse in families

 

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Being in love is supposed to feel great. But sometimes it just feels confusing.

What can you do if you are being hurt, controlled or treated badly in a relationship?

This site was the 2001 winner of the
Australian Violence Prevention Award

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healthy relationships| info space
| why | sex & trust | quiz
feelings | respect | thinking| self-esteem
| ideas | safety | law | services|
tell us| stories| for friends
if you are abusive |disclaimer|

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Written by: DVIRC, Melbourne, Australia. (c) 1998

Last Updated 2004

See our homepage for more information about domestic violence & abuse

Web Design: Phoebe Churches at
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Disclaimer & acknowledgements

Bobby Approved

Mental Health Net award


* Check out our new website Bursting the Bubble - about violence & abuse in families


Read true stories from people who've been there...

Healthy relationships
Sex & Trust

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What is abuse in relationships?
Why does abuse happen?
How common is it ?
Relationship warning signs QUIZ

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thinking space


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Respect CHECKLIST
Feelings: how can abuse affect you?
True stories & advice

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Thinking Sheet: questions about your relationship
About Breaking Up
Isabella's Story
Build your self-esteem

To order copies of our booklet 'Relationships' based on this website, contact DVIRC


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IDEAS that may help

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Services that can help

The safety plan

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How can the law protect me from violence?


For more info on domestic violence or sexual abuse, see DVIRC's homepage

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How can I help a friend or a family member? (includes info for parents)

If you are abusive