TestGood secret? Bad secret? Story 2
Paula is visiting her older sister Simone and her baby. Simone says that she and her husband sometimes argue and that he occasionally gets out of control and hits her. He’s always sorry afterwards, apologises and buys her a nice present. She asks Paula not to tell their parents.
Good secret? Bad secret?
- It’s a private matter for Simone and her husband
- Paula shouldn’t keep this secret to herself but should tell her parents or other trusted adults
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Comments
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There are many reasons why someone remains in a bad situation. Fear of further violence is one reason. Perhaps Simone thinks that the child has a right to a father and mother and that she shouldn’t deprive the baby of her father. It’s definitely not a private matter, because it’s a human right to live without violence or fear of violence. If you witness such violence, you should seek advice and support.
