- Hi, I’m here to help you make sense of what you or someone you know is experiencing. Ask me questions, and I’ll share helpful information.
- is it ok for my girlfriend to hit me?
- I'm really sorry to hear that you're experiencing this. It's important to know that no one has the right to hit you or hurt you in any way, regardless of the circumstances. Physical abuse is never acceptable in any relationship. Would you like more information on recognizing signs of abuse or finding resources that can help you?
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Physical abuse in a relationship is a serious issue and is never acceptable. Here are some key points to help you understand more about it:
- Physical abuse can include hitting, slapping, punching, kicking, shoving, and other forms of physical harm. It is often used to assert power and control over someone else.
- Physical abuse can escalate in severity over time and can lead to serious injury or even death.
- Other forms of abuse can accompany physical abuse, such as emotional, psychological, and financial abuse.
- What is Physical Abuse? - This guide breaks down what’s involved in physical abuse and how to recognize it.
- 10 Tactics of Coercive Control, Torture Within a Family - This article discusses various tactics abusers use to control their victims, including physical abuse.
- You Ask, We Answer: Domestic Violence FAQs - Answers to frequently asked questions about domestic violence and intimate partner violence.
- am i being abused?
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Recognizing whether you are being abused can be challenging, especially if the abuse is not physical. Here are some signs and questions to consider:
- Does your partner put you down, embarrass, or shame you?
- Do they call you names or ignore you?
- Do they demand to know where you are every minute?
- Do they treat you as inferior or purposefully embarrass you, often in front of others?
- Do they not allow you to make decisions?
- How to Recognize Emotional Abuse - This article helps you identify signs of emotional abuse and includes a five-question test.
- The Silent Ways Abusers Control - This article discusses the subtle and non-verbal tactics abusers use to control their victims.
- You Can Call a Hotline Even If You Don't Want to Leave - This article explains various forms of abuse and how a hotline advocate can help you understand your situation.
- 99815
- I'm sorry, but it seems there was an issue finding shelters with the zipcode provided. Could you please verify the zipcode or provide the city and state? This will help me locate the nearest shelters for you.
- Seattle, WA
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Here are some shelters near you:
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Multi-Communities ( M.I.C.)
- Location: Seattle, WA 98116
- Hotline: 206-432-6281
- Phone: 206-432-6239
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New Beginnings
- Location: Seattle, WA 98175
- Hotline: 206-522-9472
- Phone: 206-783-4520
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Jubilee Women's Center
- Location: Seattle, WA 98112
- Phone: 206-324-1244
If you need any more details on these shelters, such as what their hours are or if they offer certain services, just ask and I can help with that too.
Is there anything else I can help you with today?
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Multi-Communities ( M.I.C.)
- do any of them take pets?
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Yes, one of the shelters listed does accommodate pets:
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New Beginnings
- Location: Seattle, WA 98175
- Hotline: 206-522-9472
- Phone: 206-783-4520
- Pet Accommodations: Yes
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New Beginnings