Abuse at home

Here's what you can do to break the cycle:

	Find out about the differences between healthy and abusive relationships.
	Find out about dating violence, so you know what to watch for in your relationships.
	Seek counselling.  A counsellor can help you deal with your own feelings about what you have seen and experienced.  He or she can also help you develop healthy ways to deal with your anger.
	Feel better about who you are.  Remember that the violence you experienced or saw was not your fault.  A counsellor can also help you to improve your confidence and self-esteem.

Wondering how to find a counsellor?  Talk to your school counsellor, your family doctor or another adult you trust.  Ask him or her to help you find out about programs in your community that can help.  (Most communities have services for victims of abuse and for abusers.)