Guide from erstmalreden.de

There is violence, control, or threat

If you are afraid of a person, are being controlled, or experience violence, safety comes first. You do not have to sort this alone.

Violence can be more than hitting

Threats, control, being locked in, coercion, constant surveillance, sexual violence, or fear of reactions are serious too. You do not have to prove that it is bad enough.

Plan safety instead of risky confrontation

If a person could become dangerous, a direct conversation is not always safe. Look for confidential counseling, a safe person, or police via 112 in acute danger.

Suitable contact points

The German helpline Violence against Women 116 016 gives anonymous, free, multilingual counseling. Relatives can also ask for advice there. Other counseling centers or police can help in other situations.

If it is dangerous now

If you are immediately threatened, someone is injured, or you are not safe, real urgent help matters. Call 112 or get to a safe place if possible.

What you can do now

  1. Clarify safety first.
  2. Do not plan risky confrontation.
  3. Use confidential counseling or 112 in acute danger.

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