FEBRUARY IS TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
Did You Know?
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1 in 3 young people experience some form of dating violence in their relationships- which by any other standard would be called an epidemic!
Dating abuse affects people of all ages, backgrounds and identities
1 in 10 high school students have been purposefully hit, slapped or physically hurt by a boyfriend or girlfriend Only 33 % of teens who were in an abusive relationship ever told anyone about the abuse Violent relationships in adolescence can place the victims at high risk for depression, suicidal ideation, substance abuse, eating disorders, risky sexual behavior and further domestic violence
Young women between the ages of 18-24 experience the highest rate of intimate partner violence, almost double the national average!
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81 % of parents believe teen dating violence is not an issue or admit they don’ t know if it’ s an issue
10 Warning Signs That You Are in an Unhealthy Relationship:
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Constant put-downs |
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Extreme jealousy or insecurity |
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Explosive temper |
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Isolating you from family and friends |
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Big mood swings |
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Making false accusations |
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Telling you what to do |
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Preventing you from doing what you want to do |
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Financial control |
10. Possessiveness |
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