Teen Dating Violence
Abusive partners use the same strategies in teen relationships as are used in adult situations. Here is a partial list of some of the early warning signs of teen dating violence:
• You see her partner put her down or call her names in front of other people.
• He acts extremely jealous when she talks to other boys, even when it is completely innocent.
• She apologizes for his behavior and makes excuses for him.
• She frequently cancels plans at the last minute, for reasons that sound untrue.
• He is always checking up on her, calling, paging, or texting her, and demanding to know where she has been and whom she has been with.
• He loses his temper, maybe even breaking or hitting things when he is mad.
• She seems worried about upsetting him or making him angry.
• She is giving up things that used to be important to her, such as spending time with friends or other activities, and is becoming more and more isolated.
• Her weight, appearance, or grades have changed dramatically.
• She has injuries she can´t explain, or the explanations she gives don´t make sense.
If you or someone you know is experiencing teen dating violence, call our hotline at 658-1996 or 1-800-ABUSE95. Remember that abuse is never the victim´s fault.
• You see her partner put her down or call her names in front of other people.
• He acts extremely jealous when she talks to other boys, even when it is completely innocent.
• She apologizes for his behavior and makes excuses for him.
• She frequently cancels plans at the last minute, for reasons that sound untrue.
• He is always checking up on her, calling, paging, or texting her, and demanding to know where she has been and whom she has been with.
• He loses his temper, maybe even breaking or hitting things when he is mad.
• She seems worried about upsetting him or making him angry.
• She is giving up things that used to be important to her, such as spending time with friends or other activities, and is becoming more and more isolated.
• Her weight, appearance, or grades have changed dramatically.
• She has injuries she can´t explain, or the explanations she gives don´t make sense.
If you or someone you know is experiencing teen dating violence, call our hotline at 658-1996 or 1-800-ABUSE95. Remember that abuse is never the victim´s fault.
Did You Know? 30% to 60% of perpetrators of partner abuse also abuse children in the household.
Hotline: 802-658-1996
TDD: 658-1996
1-800-ABUSE95 Domestic Violence Emergency Hotline
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