The more you know about teen dating violence, date violence and abuse, the better you will be able to prevent it from happening to you and help others prevent it.
Alcohol
lowers inhibitions
impairs judgment
affects motor skills
diminishes your ability to communicate clearly
is involved in 75% of sexual assaults
Abusive Relationships
Every 18 seconds a woman is beaten in the U.S.
10% of women are physically assaulted on dates.
If the cycle of violence continues, the abuse will become more frequent and severe.
Experiencing an abusive relationship can affect your self esteem.
Teen Dating Violence
teen dating violence is a sexual assault that occurs in a dating or social situation.
teen dating violence is always an act of violence, not sexual passion. Most rapes are planned.
38% of women who have been sexually assaulted were 14 to 17 years old
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