What do I do if they get angry? A mother and daughter talk about building trust.

Friends and Whanau

What if they get angry?

Don't take it personally.

Victims and perpetrators feel a lot of shame.  It's not easy to admit that you are living with violence whether you are doing the violence or it's being done to you.

Back off but let them know you are there if they need you.

Find out more about family violence and how to help.