Teen Dating Violence

Understanding Teen Dating Violence Quick Facts One in three adolescents in the U.S. is a survivor of physical, sexual, emotional, or verbal abuse from a dating partner.

Nearly 1 in 11 female and approximately 1 in 14 male high school students report having experienced physical dating violence in the last year.

Only 33% of teens who were in a violent relationship ever told anyone about the abuse.

Nearly 1.5 million high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner in a single year.

Sources: www.cdc.gov; www.nj.gov; www.teendvmonth.org

What is Teen Dating Violence (TDV)?

TDV is intimate partner violence that occurs in adolescent relationships, and includes physical or sexual violence, psychological aggression, or stalking.

This abuse can take place face-to-face or electronically, such as through texts, video calls, social media, etc.

Warning Signs in Teenage Relationships Excessive jealousy or insecurity Explosive temper or unwarranted bouts of anger Controlling or monitoring where you go, who you're with, or who you talk to Bullying, name-calling, intentional humiliation Consistently accusing you of or blaming you for things Vandalizing your property or threatening/causing physical violence Pressuring for unwanted sexual activity (in-person or electronically)

Call: 877-216-6383 Text: 989-200-5122

Consequences of TDV Adolescent victims of TDV face higher rates of drug, tobacco, and alcohol use than those who did not experience abuse.

Youth victims of TDV in high school are at a higher risk for further victimization during college and beyond.

TDV victims experience higher rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts than those who did not experience abuse.

Survivors of TDV can sometimes face more difficulty in school, negative body image, or codependent behaviors as they enter adulthood.

Prevention Teaching healthy relationship skills and habits to teenagers.

Spreading awareness of TDV to families, parents, and peers so that they are aware what the warning signs are.

Creating protective and trusting environments where survivors are comfortable coming forward to seek help.

Supporting survivors and making resources, therapy, and services readily available to victims of TDV.

www.cdc.gov; www.youth.gov

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