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Open The Door - Help survivors of domestic abuse
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1.
What helped you realise you were in an abusive relationship and needed support? (tick all that apply)
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A conversation with family
A conversation with friends
My child expressed concerns/was afraid
A professional asked me about domestic abuse
I attended a support service
I saw it in a film/tv series
Media campaigns or an awareness event
A specific incident at home/with my abuser
Other (please specify)
2.
Was there a particular event or moment that made you decide to ask for help/support?
3.
Who helped you take that first step? (select all that apply)
Friend
Family member
Child/children
Neighbour
Colleague
Employer
GP
Health Professional
Teacher/School staff
Domestic abuse support worker
Police
Housing worker
Faith or community leader
Other (please specify)
4.
Looking back, what do you think helped "open the door" for you to leave? Were there words, actions, reassurances that helped and gave you confidence?
5.
What are you most proud of achieving since leaving?
6.
If you could send a message to someone currently experiencing domestic abuse, what would you want them to know?
