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We speak with Anne Wintermute from Aimee Says AI about how abuse often reveals itself through patterns and how this free tool can help survivors recognise coercive control before it's too late.

Together, we unpack the power-and-control wheel and connect it to real-world experiences: rapid emotional escalation, post-separation abuse, and the exhausting administrative burden of seeking justice.

In this episode, we explore:

• recognising coercive control through patterns and impact
• how Aimee Says analyses messages and flags boundary violations
• early warnings, including overwhelming early attention and subtle disrespect
• building language for court, documentation and safety planning
• post-separation abuse and the paperwork survivors are forced to carry
• practical boundary tests to gauge respect
• reframing “small” incidents as evidence of control
• why systems move slowly and how demand can drive change

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Australian National Support & Crisis Lines

1800RESPECT

• 24/7 confidential support: Information, counselling and referrals for people affected by sexual assault, domestic and family violence.
• Phone: 1800 737 732
• Online chat available via the website.

Domestic Violence Helplines (State/Territory)

• NSW Domestic Violence Line: 24/7 counselling, safety planning, referrals and support — 1800 65 64 63.
• DVConnect Womensline (QLD): Support including crisis counselling and safe refuge information — 1800 811 811.
• DVConnect Mensline (QLD): Support for men affected by family violence — 1800 600 636.

Rainbow & Specialist Lines

• Full Stop Australia: 24/7 support for people of all genders impacted by domestic and family violence.
• Rainbow Domestic & Family Violence Helpline: Support for LGBTIQ+ individuals — 1800 497 212.

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