Sometimes parents are very unsatisfied with their relationship, but are unable to talk about it.

Unsolved conflicts, unfulfilled wishes, work stress, children who are not always easy to handle: All this can create an ongoing tension, which can eventually lead to physical and psychological abuse.

The crises will become more serious and difficult to share, if sexual and psychological abuse is part of the family history. Telephone support can be a way out to help through the family crisis.

“I am not a good mother. I have been shaking my 2-year old son until he was quiet”

“I am a single-parent, my 8-year old son is wetting his bed and lying. I have been hitting him already several times”.

“I cannot stand my son anymore. When he was younger, I used to give him tiny slaps. Now that he has grown up, he hits me”.

“At the age of 13, my daughter has been sexually abused by her father. My child has distanced herself completely from me. What can I do?”

“My grandson is 18 years old. He hits his mother. When he was 9 years old, his father committed suicide.”

“My husband hits me, especially when he drinks. My daughter cries in her room when it happens”.

At the 26 64 05 55 parents helpline “écoute parents/Elterentelefon” you can think about this together with the counselor(s).

• How can you successfully protect your children and yourself against these acts of violence
• How to raise your children in violence free environment
• How can you get back your strength and self-respect
• Which helplines could help and support you to reach your goals