Dating Violence

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Abuse: Does he tell you he loves you when he's hitting you? - Abuse Information for teens with animations, resources and youth forums.

APA: Love Doesn't Have to Hurt Teens - Dating violence information from the American Psychological Association. [PDF]

The Breakable Vow - Dating Violence - Information for teens about Dating Violence

Columbia/Barnard Rape Crisis/Anti-Violence Support Center - Providing services to students at Columbia University/Barnard College, New York City

Dating Violence - Twisted Love - PBS "In the Mix" video production on Dating Violence. Transcript and ordering information.

Empower Me - College based website based in Chapel Hill, NC, helping empower women to believe that love equals respect, not violence. Gives information and resources.

GirlsAllowed! - An animated website targeted to girls age 11-14 in an attempt to aid girls in assessing unhealthy and healthy relationships. The goal is to enable girls to identify potentially abusive relationships before they become involved. Requires fast internet connection and browser with sophisticated plug-ins.

Heart of the Family - Informative site for youth led family violence prevention and teen dating violence seminars, workshops, retreats, and conferences.

Love Is Not Abuse - Teen dating violence information and resources sponsored by Liz Claiborne.

Making Waves - Educating and involving teens in dating violence prevention activities and reference materials for teens, teachers, guidance counsellors and administration in New Brunswick, Canada.

Relationship Violence: Warning Signs and Resources - Information on date rape and domestic violence prevention including advice on assertiveness, guidelines for men, and facts about Rohypnol. Survivor-friendly.

SafePlace TeenSite - Learn about teen dating violence and sexual assault.Take our quiz (English or Spanish) and see if you are in a healthy relationship.

Trust Betrayed, - The purpose of this booklet is to help young adults understand the dynamics of healthy relationships; signs of controlling relationships; strategies for dealing with dating violence; and resources available to end the cycle of violence. From the West Virginia Department of Public Health.

Twisted Love: Dating Violence Exposed Discussion Guide - A discussion guide for the PBS video "In the Mix," produced to heighten awareness and understanding of the problem of dating violence, help young people recognize early signs of trouble, and show them what they can do to get help.

When Love Hurts - A guide for young women on love, respect and abuse in dating relationships.