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I'm supporting someone
For friends, family, colleagues, and neighbours supporting someone through harm — how to listen, set limits, and encourage the right help.
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Someone Told Me They're Being Harmed. What Now?
The first conversation when someone discloses bullying, abuse, or harm — what to do in the next hour, what to avoid, and how to stay steady without taking over.
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How to Listen Without Taking Control
Support someone experiencing harm while protecting their choices, privacy and safety.
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What Not to Say (Even When You Mean Well)
Common responses that can silence someone experiencing bullying, and more useful ways to listen and help.
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Supporting Without Burning Out
Caring has limits. Learn boundaries, shared responsibility, and how to stay useful without carrying someone else's harm alone.
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Encouraging Someone to Seek Help
How to nudge someone toward trustworthy help without pressure, ultimatums, or taking over their choices.
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When Immediate Action Is Necessary
How to recognise urgent danger, choose an appropriate escalation route and support someone through what follows.
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Looking After Yourself as a Helper
Supporting someone through harm affects you too. Practical ways to stay steady, set boundaries, and get help when the load is too heavy.
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