The first step in breaking a violent pattern in a relationship is to tell someone. Let someone about your situation so you can contact him or her in case you need to leave a dangerous situation. The person you tell may be a nurse or doctor, counselor or social worker, a close friend or family member. If you don’t get help the first time, keep talking.

It is important to break the silence by reaching out.

You can call NOA’s crisis line, 706-864-1986, 24-hours a day to speak with a trained advocate.