Young love is love
We call it puppy love, but what happens when it's not as sweet as it seems.
When it comes to love, the conversations we have are usually about what not to do. But what not to do isn't the same as learning what to expect in a relationship or how to love yourself while trying to love someone else.
There's a lot of hype around love and how to keep a relationship.
At first, you may be tempted to say that it only happened one time. But one time is a good signal that it will happen again.
Even if it seems like it's a normal part of a relationship, it shouldn't be.
Of US teens that were in a violent relationship, 86% were more likely to confide in a friend rather than an adult.
Of US teens that were in a violent relationship, 86% were more likely to confide in a friend rather than an adult.
Of US teens that were in a violent relationship, 86% were more likely to confide in a friend rather than an adult.
Abuse is about power and control. There is a pattern of controlling and/or violent behavior: the abuse happens again and again, and it gets worse over time.
Verbal abuse and emotional abuse often lead to physical violence. Just because a relationship is not physically violent does not mean that it is healthy.
"Dating violence describes an ongoing pattern of abusive behavior when one person chooses to control the relationship through force, fear, pressure, or intimidation."
- Day One NY, Love Should Always Be Safe
It is not your job to try to fix an abusive partner or stick with them because of social pressure. Your job is making sure you're safe physically, emotionally and mentally.
You're not alone, others have made this journey before. Recognize red flags.
Learn more about how to recognize an abusive relationship, the signs of dating abuse, how to leave , and how to support a friend who may be going abuse. The videos below can get you started.
