Youth Issues (Abuse) - City of Monash

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Abuse

Abuse within the home, relationship or schoolyard can take many forms. Abuse is NOT confined to physical or sexual acts of violence but can also include threats and intimidation, verbal/emotional abuse, enforced social control by another person and economic deprivation (forced dependence on another person for money and survival).

If you are being abused, it is not your fault. If you or someone you know is being abused you should contact the police. For further information check out the following web sites or call the numbers listed below.

In an emergency call 000

Child Protection Services: 9843 6000 or A/H 131 278
http://www.dhs.vic.gov.au/childprotection/

CASA House: http://www.casa.org.au/index.php?page_id=24
Provides information and a counseling service for victims of sexual assault.

Domestic Violence and Incest Resource Centre: www.dvirc.org.au
Provides links to a range of information, publications and other resources about abuse.

Kids Helpline: www.kidshelp.com.au
A 24 hour telephone and online counseling service for children and young people in Australia. Ph: 1800 55 1800

Lifeline: www.lifeline.org.au
A telephone counseling service in Australia. Ph: 13 11 14

The Source - Relationships: www.thesource.gov.au/find/life/relationships.asp

For more info call Monash Youth & Family Services on 9518 3900.

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Reviewed: 10 December 2008

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