Information on Escape the Trap

Escape the Trap is a modified version of The Freedom Programme and is designed for young people. The aim is to teach them about teenage relationship abuse, healthy relationships and what these look and feel like to enable them to learn, identify and understand the  dynamics of power and control.       This programme is suitable for any gender and is designed for those that are currently or are vulnerable to experiencing relationship abuse and can be delivered either 1:1 or in groups, either online or face to face. 

A BAD RELATIONSHIP DOESN'T ALWAYS HIT YOU IN THE FACE...

CAN YOU RECOGNISE THE SIGNS?

Loves me not…

• Tried to control me

• Gets violent, and loses their temper quickly

• Always blames me

• Is sexually demanding

• Keeps me from seeing my friends and family

• Makes all the decisions

• Embarrasses me in front of others

• Hits me

• Makes me cry

• Makes me feel afraid

• Is always ‘checking up’ on me

• Takes my money and other things

• Threatens to leave me if I do not do as I am told

• Teases, bullies and puts me down

Love me…

• Makes me feel safe

• Makes me feel comfortable

• Listens to me

• Values my opinions

• Supports what I want to do in life

• Is truthful with me

• Always tries to understand how I feel

• Likes that I have other friends

• Makes me laugh

• Trusts me

• Treats me as an equal

• Respects my family

• Understands my need for time alone or with family

• Accepts me as I am