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Parent relationships
Managing conflict
Conflict is a normal part of any parent relationship.
It only starts to become a problem when conflict is frequent, intense and not resolved well. The latest research tells us that conflict is harmful to children and affects their mental health, behaviour and success at school.
This website is for parents whether together, separated or considering separation, who want to find ways to improve their relationship and get on better.
It is also for professionals across the city who are supporting parents to reduce conflict.
Parental Conflict or Domestic Abuse?
Parental conflict and domestic abuse are two separate things, but it can sometimes be difficult to work out if your relationship is abusive or just in a bad place.
As a general guide, if your relationship with your partner, ex-partner or a member of your family is abusive:
they will want to hold all the power and control
you might be fearful of them
their abuse will have happened more than once, or you will notice patterns
Helpful websites
Help with domestic abuse
Find out where to get help if you, or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse.