The wife of St George Illawarra star Tim Lafai has spoken of his courage to seek help for mental health issues and refuted suggestions of domestic violence issues in the household.

Lafai checked himself into hospital after a Good Friday incident that resulted in him being served with an apprehended domestic violence order. The Dragons and the NRL’s integrity unit were made aware of the incident in which he is alleged to have punched holes in the wall of his Warrawong home after a dispute with wife Jacqui.

Lafai, who is seeking professional help, has not been charged over the incident. There is no suggestion of physical abuse of his wife nor their four children.

Jacqui praised Lafai for having the courage to seek assistance.