There are several things that can be done to help someone who is going through abuse. First, make yourself available to talk with them when they can safely, away from the abuser. Encourage and empower them by telling them you are there for them and offering to help in specific ways. Provide them with abuse resources and professionals that they can contact for help and support them in dealing with or leaving the abusive situation. Finally, let them make their own decisions, even if they decide, possibly, for now, not to leave.