How to help a friend who is being abused

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Quoted From: https://www.womenshealth.gov/relationships-and-safety/get-help/how-help-friend

"According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, some warning signs include the following:1

Their partner insults them in front of other people.
They are constantly worried about making their partner angry.
They make excuses for their partner"s behavior.
Their partner is extremely jealous or possessive.
They have unexplained marks or injuries.
They"ve stopped spending time with friends and family.
They are depressed or anxious, or you notice changes in their personality.
If you think your friend or family member is being abused, be supportive by listening to them and asking questions about how they"re doing. The person being abused may not be ready or able to leave the relationship right now.
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