Our beliefs and attitudes are shaped by many influences and can be held without conscious thought. When we unpack the building blocks of our attitudes we can identify certain myths or false truths upon which our attitudes are based. Some myths can lead people to minimise or excuse violent behaviour.
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Patterns of control can take different forms in different relationships. In some relationships, stopping you from taking medicine you need is a pattern of control. Someone threatening to kill or hurt themselves when you try to leave the relationship might be part of a pattern of control. If you have a disability and access support, taking away that support in order to control you is another example of a pattern of control.
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There is now a specific program in Coffs Harbour for men who want to stop using violent and controlling behaviour called a Men’s Behaviour Change Program.
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Verbal Abuse and harassment includes put downs, insults, name calling, swearing, yelling aggressively and persistent checking up on your partner or former partner. Psychological and emotional abuse can include humiliation, threats, insults, harassment, checking her phone / Facebook, monitoring daily routines and ongoing criticism all contribute to psychological and emotional abuse.
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If you are worried about your behaviour or think that things are slipping away, Engage2Change may be for you. It doesn’t matter who you are, or the reputation you hold we recognise that men from all walks of life could benefit if they struggle with relationship abuse or violence.
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The Engage2Change program partners are all Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Queer (GLBTIQ) safe spaces. The Engage2Change program is inclusive for all men who wish to attend to working towards non-violent and respectful relationships.
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Violent and controlling behaviour can fall into more than one category. Other times, it doesn’t seem to fit into any of the categories listed below. What matters is whether someone is controlled or fearful as a result of the behaviour, regardless of whether or not you intended that to happen.
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There are a wide range of professional services available to support Women and Children experiencing Domestic Violence.
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