| Do not leave the family home unless you or your children are in serious dange | |
| Keep a record of dates and times of incidents in a safe place | |
| Report the violence to your doctor and to the Gardaí - ensure that they record all the details of your injuries and the assault | |
| Seek medical attention for any injuries - do not cover up the true cause | |
| Take photographs of any injuries | |
| Take legal advice and seek protection from the courts | |
| Tell your family and friends what is happening to you | |
| Do not be provoked into retaliating |