DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS
An Important Conversation For Parents and Children
February is Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. The information provided below is designed to encourage parents to talk with their child about healthy vs. unhealthy relationships. Resources for seeking support are also included.
DO YOU KNOW THE FACTS?
Only 1/3 of teens in an abusive relationship ever tell someone . Know the facts and the prevalence rates!
HEALTHY VS. UNHEALTHY RELATION-SHIPS
Use this relationship map to start a great conversation with your kids on healthy vs. unhealthy relationships.
TALK TO YOUR TEEN ABOUT DATING
Talking with your teen about healthy relationships and dating is an important step to helping prevent dating violence.
The Line
Additional Resources
You can find additional information on dating violence at the following links:
National Teen Dating Violence Hotline
1-866-331-9474 or
Text loveis to 22522
www.loveisrespect.org
Text loveis to 22522
www.loveisrespect.org
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
24/7 Confidential Support
www.thehotline.org
24/7 Confidential Support
www.thehotline.org
EMSISD Counseling and Campus Support
If you have questions or concerns about your student, please contact your campus counselor.
Website: http://www.emsisd.com/Domain/69
Phone: 817-306-1925