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Act jealous and possessive? Act very bossy and try to control you? Scare you, or intimidate you with weapons? Become violent and shove, slap, hit or kick you? Pressure you for sex? Abuse drugs or alcohol? Blame you for mistreatment? Have a history of bad relationships? Make your family and friends worry for your safety?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may need help. Call 704.332.2513 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
Do you have a friend who may be in trouble? > Talk in private. > Don't tell others without your friend's permission. > Listen and believe your friend. > Acknowledge feelings. > Let your friend know they are not alone. > Tell your friend it is not her fault. > Let friends make their own decisions. > Help your friend make a safety plan. > Give help. Know the resources in your community. |
1 in 4 teens are affected by relationship violence. Stay safe with these tools:
> Follow smart dating safety advice
> Think ahead with a dating safety plan
> Educate yourself with these teen dating statistics
> Use the information on the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline website
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