February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness & Prevention Month The hazards of teen relationships – obsession, possession, rejection, violence – are well documented in national research. Learn more about the prevalence of teen dating violence at The Centers for Disease Control and The Violence Against Women Online Resources website. National Teen Dating Violence Awareness & Prevention Month is a time when anti-violence groups across the country focus on efforts to help adolescents understand the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship and avoid these hazards. The links on this page provide helpful information and resources for teens, their parents and teachers, as well as advocates working with teens. Pennsylvania's ResponseMany domestic violence programs have prevention educators who work in the schools and conduct prevention education for students, teachers, guidance counselors and other school personnel on dating violence and the impact of child witnessing. They work extensively with educators to assure trained staff is available on site to be of assistance to students struggling with controlling or abusive relationships. PCADV staff regularly trains teachers, school administrators and others at state and regional conferences in how to recognize and respond to dating violence. If a teen contacts a local domestic violence program, staff can assist in safety planning and in identifying adults they can trust and reach out to for additional support. | National Resources Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month National Resource Center on Domestic Violence and VAWnet NNEDV´s Safety Net Project´s two-page guide "Tech Savvy Teens: Choosing Who Gets to See Your Info." |
