February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. “Dating violence is more common than people think, especially among teens and young adults: one in three teens in the US will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before they become adults, and nearly half (43%) of college women report experiencing violent or abusive dating behaviors.” – loveisrespect.org

This #TeenDatingViolenceAwarenessMonth provides a wonderful opportunity for teens to have meaningful conversations about healthy relationships and consent. This article from NSVRC includes some fantastic resources for parents, caregivers, advocates, and youth. Check it out and #talkaboutit with the young people in your life! Teen Dating Violence Prevention Resources for 2022 | National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)

Join us on social media this month in our effort to raise awareness about the issue of teen dating violence. If you, or someone you know is in an unsafe relationship, help is only a phone call away. Branch House staff and our partners are here and ready to help (423) 574-7233.