{"id":2411,"date":"2021-11-17T04:15:42","date_gmt":"2021-11-17T04:15:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maisonmr.com\/proches-temoins\/"},"modified":"2022-03-08T04:28:02","modified_gmt":"2022-03-08T04:28:02","slug":"proches-temoins","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.maisonmr.com\/en\/proches-temoins\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I help a woman who is a victim of violence?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It should never be forgotten that it can be dangerous for a victim to leave their abusive partner. It is strongly recommended that you consult a help resource specializing in violence that can provide them with adequate support. These resources are able to help the victim create protection scenarios within the relationship, but also if they are planning to leave an abusive partner in an emergency. The most important thing is that the woman and her children are safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your safety is also important; you have the right to set your limits and seek professional help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips to help you support a woman victim of violence\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is difficult for victims to talk about their experiences of violence. Adopt an attitude of understanding by avoiding judging or blaming the person;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listen to her and offer her your support without pressure to prevent her from becoming isolated;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that she understands her own situation well &#8211; let her make her own decisions at her own pace and without telling her what to do;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid speaking out against the partner and instead condemn the violent behavior. Remind the victim that violence is unacceptable, that her partner is the only one responsible for his actions, and that she does not deserve to be treated in this way, regardless of the justifications for the violence;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give her information about existing resources and encourage her to seek help;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage her to file a complaint if she is a victim of crime, support her and guide her towards the resources that can assist her in her efforts.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The women\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Witnessing an abusive situation is always difficult, even more so if it is our daughter, our sister or our friend. As relatives, we often feel helpless or powerless in the face of the distress of a loved one.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips to guide you in this kind of situation:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Believe the victim<br \/>\n<\/b>It is sometimes very difficult for a victim to confide things about their marital experience.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be available in the person&#8217;s life<br \/>\n<\/b>Keeping a victim from being isolated in their relationship can keep them and their children safer. A healthy and supportive social network helps victims cope.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be vigilant in the face of relationship violence<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t let the abuser&#8217;s words influence you too much.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Remain aware of the potential for danger<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to respect the victim&#8217;s decisions regarding her relationship and the partner as there is a real danger of escalation.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Help\u00a0 the victim to make up their own mind about the situation<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A victim of violence has a view of the situation imposed on them by the abusive partner, which can cloud their perception of the situation and how they see the violence for what it is.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Support the victim in the recovery of empowerment over their life<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Counter the effects of violence on the victim\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Offer your help and provide the victim with access to violence resources<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoid feeling helpless<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn about the problems of violence in general and do not hesitate to consult the help resources to assist you with finding solutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suspect that a child you know could be a victim of or exposed to violence, go with your gut feeling and find out what is going on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask open-ended questions that get the child to talk about what they are going through;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide a safe and open place for them to talk;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wish to confide or have any questions, do not hesitate to call a shelter for assistance.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reactions to avoid\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lt is important never to tell a child that what they are about to tell you is going to be kept a secret. You can tell them that you are only going to talk to the relevant people and that they will be made aware of this beforehand;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making judgments on the behavior of parents in front of the child;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trivializing the violence experienced or trying to change the subject;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are given information in confidence and have concerns, do not hesitate to call a shelter for assistance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It should never be forgotten that it can be dangerous for a victim to leave their abusive partner. 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