Real stories: Abusive relationships

ReachOut Content Team
Published 06 September 2023

Based on real events, this audio story follows Shaia, Nena and Adem, as they recall how they made their way through abusive relationships to get the help they deserved. Disclaimer: This audio story is based on real events. The names of individuals and identifying details have been changed.

This can help if:

  • you’re a victim of domestic violence

  • you’re scared of your partner

  • you don’t know what to do about your abusive relationship.

Read the transcript.

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