There are services and support designed for those who are worried about their behaviour or have been accused of being abusive.
Respect is an organisation working with perpetrators, male victims and young people using violence in their close relationships. The service supports men and women who are using abuse in their relationships by providing advice to help stop violent behaviours. They also offer advice to concerned friends and family members.
Call 0808 8024040 or email info@respectphoneline.org.uk. The services are available 10:00-17:00 Monday to Friday and 09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday, respectively.
Safer Families Edinburgh work with people who are abusive or violent towards their partner to help change their behaviour. They have both a men’s and a women’s service (they do not work with men and women side by side as couples).
Call 0131 469 5325 or email saferfamilies@edinburgh.gov.uk.
Samaritans provide a completely confidential helpline for anyone who is worried or feeling troubled. They are there to listen to any worries or problems you’re facing and talk you through your experiences. You don’t have to be suicidal to use the service.
Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org. The helpline is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Breathing Space is for people feeling overwhelmed or troubled by their thoughts and feelings to talk about what they’re experiencing. They are there to listen to you and can offer relevant information and advice.
Call 0800 83 85 87. The helpline is open 18:00-02:00 Monday to Thursday, and 18:00-06:00 Friday to Monday.