Land of OZ

Support for People Affected by BPD

Understanding Domestic Violence

Emergency Help

If you're in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-XXX-XXXX

Types of Abuse

Physical Abuse

  • Hitting, pushing, or physical restraint
  • Throwing objects
  • Preventing access to medical care

Emotional/Psychological Abuse

  • Threats and intimidation
  • Constant criticism
  • Gaslighting
  • Isolation from friends and family

Financial Abuse

  • Controlling finances
  • Preventing employment
  • Identity theft

Warning Signs

  • Extreme jealousy or possessiveness
  • Quick involvement or pressure for commitment
  • Isolation from support systems
  • Blaming others for problems or feelings
  • Hypersensitivity to perceived slights
  • Cruel treatment of animals or children
  • Verbal abuse
  • Rigid gender roles
  • Jekyll-and-Hyde personality
  • History of past abuse

Safety Planning

Important Documents

  • Identification
  • Birth certificates
  • Social security cards
  • Financial documents
  • Medical records
  • Court documents

Emergency Plan

  • Safe place to go
  • Emergency contacts
  • Hidden emergency money
  • Packed emergency bag
  • Code word with trusted friends

Technology Safety

  • Secure or new phone
  • Changed passwords
  • Private browsing
  • Location services review

Legal Resources

  • • Restraining orders
  • • Legal advocacy
  • • Court accompaniment
  • • Documentation help

Support Services

  • • Crisis counseling
  • • Support groups
  • • Safety planning
  • • Emergency shelter

Children's Services

  • • Child advocacy
  • • Counseling
  • • Educational support
  • • Safety planning

Resources by Location

24/7 Support Lines

  • National DV Hotline:
    1-800-XXX-XXXX
  • Crisis Text Line:
    Text HOME to XXXXX
  • LGBTQ+ Support:
    1-800-XXX-XXXX
Land of OZ - BPD Support Community

Land of OZ

Support for People Affected by BPD

Understanding Domestic Violence

Emergency Help

If you're in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-XXX-XXXX

Types of Abuse

Physical Abuse

  • Hitting, pushing, or physical restraint
  • Throwing objects
  • Preventing access to medical care

Emotional/Psychological Abuse

  • Threats and intimidation
  • Constant criticism
  • Gaslighting
  • Isolation from friends and family

Financial Abuse

  • Controlling finances
  • Preventing employment
  • Identity theft

Warning Signs

  • Extreme jealousy or possessiveness
  • Quick involvement or pressure for commitment
  • Isolation from support systems
  • Blaming others for problems or feelings
  • Hypersensitivity to perceived slights
  • Cruel treatment of animals or children
  • Verbal abuse
  • Rigid gender roles
  • Jekyll-and-Hyde personality
  • History of past abuse

Safety Planning

Important Documents

  • Identification
  • Birth certificates
  • Social security cards
  • Financial documents
  • Medical records
  • Court documents

Emergency Plan

  • Safe place to go
  • Emergency contacts
  • Hidden emergency money
  • Packed emergency bag
  • Code word with trusted friends

Technology Safety

  • Secure or new phone
  • Changed passwords
  • Private browsing
  • Location services review

Legal Resources

  • • Restraining orders
  • • Legal advocacy
  • • Court accompaniment
  • • Documentation help

Support Services

  • • Crisis counseling
  • • Support groups
  • • Safety planning
  • • Emergency shelter

Children's Services

  • • Child advocacy
  • • Counseling
  • • Educational support
  • • Safety planning

Resources by Location

24/7 Support Lines

  • National DV Hotline:
    1-800-XXX-XXXX
  • Crisis Text Line:
    Text HOME to XXXXX
  • LGBTQ+ Support:
    1-800-XXX-XXXX