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Dating violence is when one person in a relationship uses abuse to get power and control over their girlfriend or boyfriend. It can include emotional, verbal, sexual or physical abuse, threats, or isolation from friends and family
Did You Know?
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1 in 3 teens report knowing a friend or a peer who has been hit, punched, kicked, slapped, choked or physically hurt by their partner.
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Of the women between the ages of 15- 19 murdered each year, 30% are killed by a husband or boyfriend.
- Women ages 16 to 24 are three times more likely to experience intimate partner violence than women of other age groups.
Early Warning Signs:
Acts extremely jealous when you talk to other guys/girls.
Constantly calling to find out where you're, who you're with, and what you're doing.
Loses their temper easily, maybe even hits or breaks items when they are mad.
Trying to choose your friends.
Having to be with you at all times.
Tries to control you by giving orders, making all the decisions.
Please Get Help!
Being a victim of dating violence is not
your fault. Nothing you say, wear, or do gives anyone the right to hurt you.
If you think you are in an abusive relationship, get help immediately. Don't keep your concerns to yourself.
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Talk to someone you trust like your parents, school counselor, or nurse.
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Call the Crisis Hotline at 552-4357 to talk to a trained advocate.
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Trust your instincts, if you feel afraid around your partner, then chances are that you are not in a healthy relationship.
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