Emmerdale will reveal Zak Dingle’s secret in Tom’s story

Emmerdale spoilers follow.

EmmerdaleBelle King is shocked next week to realize that her late father, Zak, was aware of her recent ordeals before he died.

Although Belle never got the chance to speak to Zak about her husband Tom’s abusive behavior, it was revealed that another member of the Dingle family told him.

In Tuesday’s (October 15) episode, Belle expresses her relief that Zak doesn’t know everything she went through with evil Tom. Being very hard on herself, she fears that Zak would have seen her differently if he had known the truth. .

Next week, however, Belle is deeply upset when Mandy lets slip that Cain told Zak about Tom’s abuse while she was recently in Scotland with him.

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Belle struggles with the knowledge that they discussed the matter behind her back.

The revelation marks the beginning of a new downward spiral for Belle, as she begins to suffer with her mental health again.

When some condolence flowers arrive with no note, Belle is startled and fears it is a provocative message from Tom. Lydia and Sam Dingle watch worriedly as Belle appears to be behaving strangely again.

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Belle breaks her bail conditions to confront Tom, but this leads to a visit from the police when DS Foy turns up to arrest her.

At the police station, Belle receives a stern warning when she is told she will go to prison if she breaks the rules again.

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The next day, Belle is seen experiencing psychosis as she hears a series of voices in her head. She is desperate to hear Zak’s voice as she believes it will provide the guidance she needs.

Sam and Lydia later find Belle unwell and are distressed to see how much she is struggling. Will Belle get the help she needs?

Emmerdale airs these scenes on Monday 21st October on ITV1.

Emmerdale airs weekdays at 7.30pm on ITV1 and broadcasts on ITVX.

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If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this story, organizations including Refuge (www.refuge.org.uk), Peer Support for New Beginnings (www.newbeginningspeersupport.com) and Aid to Women (www.womensaid.org.uk) can provide additional support and information. 24-hour free telephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline is 0808 2000 247. The USA National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text LOVEIS to 22522.

If you have been affected by the issues raised in this story, organizations that can offer support include the National Health Service, Samaritans on 116 123 or Mind on 0300 123 3393. Readers in the US are encouraged to visit mentalhealth.gov.