My family is separating — what now?
- Emotional support
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Family violence support
- Are your children at risk?
- Child abuse
- Family violence orders
- Handing over children where there's potential for conflict or violence
- Planning ahead
- Support for children
- Support for me
- What the police can do
- What to do if you or your children are in danger
- What happens if you leave the family home
- What to do if you suspect child abuse
- Financial support
- Legal support
Managing Stress
We are not born with these coping skills — we need to learn and practice them.
Learn to relax
- Take time out just for you, even if it’s only 20 minutes a day.
- Read, listen to music or simply be still.
Be positive
- Give yourself a pat on the back when you do something well.
- Look for the good even in difficult situations.
Be realistic
- Learn to look at what you can change and let go of what you can’t.
- Recognise there are only so many hours in the day.
Set goals and meet them
- Write down your goals.
- Break each goal into small steps.
Look after your body
- Exercise regularly - walk to the shops, play sport.
- Eat meals that include fruit, vegetables and grains (refer to the Heart Foundation website).
- Try not to overuse alcohol or medications.
- Cut down or slowly give up smoking - talk to your chemist or doctor for advice.