Click here for printable version. Protecting Yourself   Identifying domestic violence and getting help is never easy. If you feel you might be a victim of domestic violence, you yourself will be instrumental in ensuring your own safety. The following questions will help you assess your current situation and prepare you for your own personal safety plan. I. Warning Signs 1.What are words and behaviors that precede a violent incident? 2. What has your partner said or done that makes you feel afraid? 3. What is it about the way your partner looks that makes you feel afraid? 4. What are you feeling inside? 5. Does your partner have any weapons? II. Self-protective Actions 1. What can you do to increase your safety? 2. Who can you call in an emergency (friends, family members, neighbors, law enforcement)? What are their telephone numbers? 3.Where can you go to be safe? 4.Can you lie or withhold information if you have to in order to protect yourself? III. Obstacles 1. What makes it difficult for you to get help? 2. How do you feel about your partner? 3. How do you feel about yourself? 4. What might happen if you stay in the relationship? 5. What might happen if you end the relationship? IV. Emotional Support 1. Who can you turn to for emotional support? 2. Is there a support group you can join? 3. Is there someone you trust? 4. Is there a friend or family member who will help? 5. Is there a hotline you can call, what is the telephone number? Click here for printable version.