Teen dating violence is a problem of epidemic proportions that has plagued our nation for decades. Thousands and even millions of teens around the country, both boys and...
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How to Help Your Teen Set Boundaries in Their Relationships
Learning how to develop healthy relationships begins early in life. As teens begin to date and develop relationships, they may encounter situations they do not know how to...
Is Teen Dating Violence More Prevalent in Rural Parts of the Country?
Teens in rural parts of the United States are at much higher risk for teen dating violence than their counterparts in other parts of the country. More than 1 in 3 women in...
How to Teach Your Teen to Recognize the Signs of a Toxic Relationship
Few parents realize the alarming statistics about dating violence and abuse among teenagers. One in three high school students will experience physical or sexual violence...
Studies Show LGBT Youth Face Higher Risk of Dating Violence
When dating violence is present among teensm it tends to lead to dating violence in their adult years,as well. Dating violence is prevalent among both heterosexual teens...
Stalking, Harassment Common for Young Victims of Dating Violence
Teens can be vulnerable. The teen years can be a time of learning how to build and experience healthy relationships. Learning this in early adulthood is an important step...
Gaming Against Teen Dating Violence
Video games with violent themes like Grand Theft Auto have been around for years. While there is much debate about whether or not these games actually contribute...
Rowan University Psychologist Awarded $443K Grant to Help Teen Moms Avoid Dating Violence
Teen dating violence is a serious threat to American youth. Almost 1.5 million high school students report experiencing some sort of violence or physical abuse from a...
California Bill Requires School ID Cards to Show National Domestic Violence Hotline Number
Teen violence is widespread. The most common form is dating violence between intimate partners. While girls are usually the victims, boys can also be targeted. Abuse...
Teen Dating Violence is Associated with an Increase in Teen Suicide
News coverage about abusive relationships usually focuses on adults and domestic violence. While that is a...