Domestic abuse: How Emma escaped a violent relationship
It wasn't until Emma's partner held a knife to her throat that she escaped a violent relationship, four years after the abuse started.
She is telling her story to encourage others who have experienced domestic abuse to seek help.
If you're affected by any of the issues in this video you can find details of organisations who can help via the BBC Action Line here.
If you feel you are in immediate danger, call the police on 999.
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