Teen Dating Violence
Teen Dating Violence Can Happen To Anyone
Teen dating violence is a pattern of controlling, abusive, or aggressive behavior in a romantic relationship. It can manifest as physical, emotional, sexual, or digital abuse and affects millions of young people each year. Many teens do not recognize the signs of abuse, making education and awareness critical.
1 in 10
High school students have experienced physical violence from a dating partner in the past year.
9.4%
Of high school students reported being hit, slapped, or physically hurt intentionally by their partner in the previous 12 months.
1 in 5
Women who experienced rape, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner first experienced partner violence between ages 11 and 17.
28%
Of male victims of completed rape were first raped when they were 10 years old or younger.
Statistics were collected from www.CDC.gov*
Types of Teen Dating Violence:
Physical Abuse
Hitting, pushing, or any use of physical force.
Emotional Abuse
Insults, manipulation, and controlling behavior that damages self-esteem.
Sexual Abuse
Pressure or force to engage in sexual activity.
Digital Abuse
Using technology, such as social media or texting, to harass, embarrass, or control a partner.
Verbal Abuse
Name-calling, yelling, threats, and constant criticism intended to belittle or intimidate a partner.
Financial Abuse
Controlling or restricting access to money, or demanding a partner to spend their money in certain ways.
Stalking
Unwanted and repeated attention, following, or monitoring of a partner’s whereabouts or activities, creating fear and discomfort.
Social Isolation
Preventing a partner from spending time with friends, family, or others, thereby isolating them from support systems.
Psychological Abuse
Manipulative tactics, such as gaslighting or making a partner question their reality, creating confusion, dependency, and fear.
Warning Signs
-Constant communication or checking in with a partner.
-Unexplained changes in behavior or appearance.
-Fear of upsetting their partner.
-Isolation from friends and family.
If you or someone you know might be experiencing Teen Dating violence, call or text our advocates.
24-Hour Helpline: 937.426.2334
937.46.233
If you or someone you know might be experiencing Teen Dating violence, use these resources:
24-Hour Call HelpLine
937.426.2334
937.46.233
Supportive Text Hotline
937.347.5917
937.347.591