Raising awareness crucial to preventing teen dating violence
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February is National Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month, and it is critical to remember that domestic violence is not just a problem for adults. One in three adolescents in the US will be a victim of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse from a dating partner. Nearly 80 percent of girls who have been physically abused in their intimate relationships continue to date their abuser. And two-thirds of teens who are in an abusive relationship never tell anyone about the abuse. It's time to shine a light on this issue.
Recognizing abuse in a relationship can be difficult, especially for teens. There are many types of abuse that young people may be believe are normal in a relationship. Even though teen relationships may be different from adult relationships, teens can experience the same types of abuse. Teens also face unique obstacles if they decide to get help. They may not have money, transportation, or a safe place to go. They may also have concerns about confidentiality with many adults obligated to make reports to police, parents, and/or child protective services. Teens have a right to safe and healthy relationships.
The community of Hillsboro and other Highland County communities should take the lead in raising awareness and preventing teen dating violence. There are many ways that you can take part. Know the laws in Ohio regarding teen dating violence. Take the time to educate yourself and others about teen dating violence. The following web sites offer information about teen dating violence and what you can do to help: www.breakthecycle.org, www.loveisrespect.org, and www.thesafespace.org.
-Submitted by Julie Brassel, Director of the Alternatives to Violence Center[[In-content Ad]]
Recognizing abuse in a relationship can be difficult, especially for teens. There are many types of abuse that young people may be believe are normal in a relationship. Even though teen relationships may be different from adult relationships, teens can experience the same types of abuse. Teens also face unique obstacles if they decide to get help. They may not have money, transportation, or a safe place to go. They may also have concerns about confidentiality with many adults obligated to make reports to police, parents, and/or child protective services. Teens have a right to safe and healthy relationships.
The community of Hillsboro and other Highland County communities should take the lead in raising awareness and preventing teen dating violence. There are many ways that you can take part. Know the laws in Ohio regarding teen dating violence. Take the time to educate yourself and others about teen dating violence. The following web sites offer information about teen dating violence and what you can do to help: www.breakthecycle.org, www.loveisrespect.org, and www.thesafespace.org.
-Submitted by Julie Brassel, Director of the Alternatives to Violence Center[[In-content Ad]]