The Basics
Help your teen stay healthy.
By talking with your teen about healthy relationships, you can also help prevent the long-term effects of dating violence. Both partners in a violent relationship can develop unhealthy behaviors, even after the relationship ends.
A victim of dating violence may experience:
- Eating disorders
- Depression
- A pattern of violent relationships
- Drug or alcohol abuse
A partner who is violent may experience:
- Loss of respect from others
- Suspension or expulsion from school
- Loneliness
- Trouble with the law
Watch for signs of dating violence and help your teen stay healthy now and in the future.
