Topic - Teen Dating Abuse. Domestic abuse is not just for adults, though adult abuse patterns often start during adolescence.
20% of high school females report sexual or physical abuse, but both males and females can be victims.
Boys injure girls more frequently and severely. Teens don’t realize they’re being abused because it happens slowly and often, the abuser uses the “love” excuse for gaining control.
Teach your tennager about abuse behaviors such as “he tells your daughter he cannot live without her”, threatens harm if she breaks up with him, is jealous and controlling of where she goes and who she sees and constantly checks up on her.
If your son is worried about how his girl will react to what he says or does, or if he thinks twice about expressing himself, watch out.
If your kid is worried about his safety in this relationship, they’re already in trouble. Speak up, protect them. Don’t be a statistic. Dating abuse can affect their lives for years to come.
