Drugs, Alcohol, and Teen Dating ViolenceThe teenage years are filled with emotion, hormones, and growth. Many begin romantic relationships for the first time. Teenage...
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Stop Teen Dating Violence
Did you know that 1 out of every 3 teenagers will be involved in an abusive relationship? Abuse can be physical, emotional, or even sexual. Dating violence can have...
New Study Finds Two-Thirds of California Teens Experience Dating Violence
According to a new study, California teens may experience dating violence more than others. The study, conducted by Chapman University and non-profit organization Laura’s House, found that...
Teen Dating Violence and School Shootings
There have been 288 school shootings in the United States since 2009. That’s an average of nearly three school shootings every month. It seems as though school shootings are an almost uniquely...
Civil Damages in a Domestic Violence Lawsuit
Are you a victim of physical teen dating violence? Has your teen sustained injuries because of physical violence in their relationship? If so, it is important for you to...
Most Teens Suffer Emotional Abuse in Their Relationships
Teen dating violence is a growing problem in the United States. Today, approximately one-third of all teens involved in romantic relationships will experience abuse of some kind. When we hear the...
Victims of Teen Dating Violence Can Seek a Restraining Order
When a romantic relationship between teens become violent, things can escalate quickly. Teens who are the victims of teen dating violence may feel trapped. This feeling can prevent teens from...
February Is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February is a time best known for Valentine’s Day and romance. In 2010, the month of February was also officially designated by Congress as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. As a result,...
Recourse For Victims of Teen Dating Violence
If you have been the victim of teen dating violence - or you know someone who has been hurt by teen dating violence - you may not know where to turn for help. In fact, statistics show that you may...
5 Early Warning Signs of Dating Violence
Many times, teens who are involved in an abusive relationship will remain silent. They will not ask for help or seek guidance until after they have already suffered for a period of time. This can...