Relationships matter

Relationship quality is an important factor in all families whether you are -

• extended family
• adopted family
• stepfamily
• same sex family
• grandparent family

All relationships have tricky moments, it is how they are experienced and resolved that matters. Of course, disagreements and arguments are completely normal and part of everyday life, but if it is becoming a problem you do not need to weather the storm alone. Help is available.

It is great that you have been able to recognise that you want some help to overcome these worries. So that the impact on your family is avoided, See It Differently have some great tips and strategies that could really help you.

Parental conflict is not the same as domestic abuse. If you are afraid of your partner or feeling that they control your life, this is more likely to be domestic abuse. Support is available for you. Seek help by –

• visiting the website Hull DAP - Domestic Abuse Partnership or call 01482 318 759
• calling the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. It is open 24 hours a day

In an emergency, when you or someone you know is at risk of immediate harm, call 999.

Family hubs offer support for parents and online parent courses. It is aimed at parents of all ages, including material for children and young people. There is a course on understanding your relationships on Family Hubs.

The understanding your relationships course can help support you if you are -

• feeling like you are constantly arguing and not being heard
• hoping to enhance your parenting and family relationships
• seeking a change in your personal or professional relationships
• interested in emotional wellbeing and deepening your understanding of yourself and others

Visit the Relationship Matters Website - a new partnership between 15 councils across Yorkshire and the Humber Region helping families who may be having relationship difficulties.