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Unhealthy conflict and domestic abuse are different.

When domestic abuse is involved, one partner is often fearful of the other. The 'perpetrator usually holds the power in the relationship.

Domestic abuse isn’t just about being violent; it can be:

• Frequently checking your phone

• Withholding money

• Isolating you from family or friends

• Controlling behaviours

If you think you might be a victim of domestic abuse, IDAS can help.

To find out more about IDAS including how to contact them click here.

There are lots of benefits to letting children see how parents deal with conflict in a positive way. Communicating in a healthy and respectful way with your partner or ex-partner can help children to:

• Improve their mental health

• Improve their physical health

• Sleep better

• Improve how well they do at school

• Have better relationships with their friends

• Improve their future life chances

Question:

But our children are too young to notice our arguments, right?

Answer:

Wrong. Children as young as six months old can be affected.

Below are some helpful tools and websites.

See It Differently Website

When we argue with our partner or ex-partner, we can get caught up in the heat of the moment. At times like these, it’s difficult to find a way forward. Click here to access the website and see how other parents have changed how they handle conflict

The Listening Room - Click Relationships

A private online chat room where you can talk to a Click listener about your relationship. It’s completely anonymous, and you do not have to give any personal information. Take a look here.

Getting on Better Cards

Use the Getting on Better cards to help you think about your relationship with your partner (whether you are together or separated). They are simple reminders to help you remember what's really important in building our relationships.