Ashley was right about always having someone. You just have to see it for yourself and then, you will understand how lucky you are. In my story, Ashley was extremely lucky. Victims of abuse have been known to suffer everything from bruises to cuts to internal bleeds and broken bones. Rape can occur and sometimes, the abuser may go as far to even kill the abused woman or man whether it is accidental or not. Even worse than that is some abused people feel like they have no one to turn to, no idea what to do or how to escape. They feel so helpless... That they resort to suicide.
The statistics are horrendous and abuse occurs everyday. But only you can make a difference. Down below, I will post as many helplines for countries as I can. Always remember that someone will listen, you just need to take the first, scary step and speak up. But please make sure you get help before it is too late.
United Kingdom: Refuge/Women's Aid: 0808 2000 247
Men's Advice Line: 0808 801 0327
Samaritans: 116 123 (UK)
Ireland: AMEN: 046 902 3710
Women's Aid: 1800 341 900
Aware: 1890 303 302 (Suicide hotline)
United States and Canada: The National Domestic Violence Hotline/The Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Love Is Respect: 1-866-331-9474
India: Vandrevala Foundation Helpline: 1860 266 2345 (Suicide Hotline)
Sakshi Violence Intervention Center: (0124) 2562336
South Africa: Lifeline: 0861 322 322 (Suicide Hotline)
Gender Violence: 0800-150-150
National Aids Helpline: 0800-012-322
Australia: Domestic Violence Crisis Service: 1300 782 200
Lifeline: 13 11 14
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The Love Trials: Ashley
General FictionAshley is just living a normal life when she comes across Bradley Smith. A dark and handsome (and very persistent) stranger who she crushes on. However, Bradley is not just a handsome stranger but becomes a monster not long into their relationship...
