National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline & love is respect
Supporting youth w/ dating abuse & healthy relationships information
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Dating violence is more common than you may think, especially among teens and young adults: 1 in 3 U.S. teens will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before becoming adults.
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When the unthinkable happens, it can be hard to know the right way to respond. If your friend is ever sexually assaulted, you may feel angry, confused, overwhelmed, even scared.
If you're not sure where to start, here are 7 ways NOT to react. 👀
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The warning signs of dating abuse aren’t always obvious but documenting them when you spot them can make an enormous difference in validating abusive experiences.
Here are 3 tips to remember when documenting abuse.
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Dating violence is more common than you may think, especially among teens and young adults: 1 in 3 U.S. teens will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before becoming adults.
Reaching out for help takes courage, and you deserve support that feels safe and judgment-free. When you contact love is respect, you’ll connect with trained advocates who are here to listen, provide resources, and help you navigate your situation 24/7.
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Leaving a partner with unhealthy or abusive behaviors comes with its share of challenges. As overwhelming as it might feel, an integral part of getting back on your feet is finding someone you can trust. https://t.co/qPqyv8fyGP
Your boundaries are YOURS to build. It's important partners feel comfortable expressing their wants, goals, fears, and limits, and everyone’s boundaries are honored. https://t.co/WyKawtX1z1
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Whether or not you’re under the influence, you never deserve to experience abuse.
Remember: responsibility for abusive behavior always lies with the person being abusive, not the person they harm.
We are currently experiencing issues with our chat services. If you are in the U.S. and unable to access our services, please text LOVEIS to 22522 or call 1-866-331-9474. You are not alone.
It’s totally ok if being in a relationship isn’t what you want right now. It’s super important to trust your gut instincts when it comes to dating! 🧡
Look through to see some questions to ask yourself if you think you might be ready to explore dating!
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The line between unhealthy and abusive behavior isn’t always clear, but abusive actions should never be written off as “normal.” No matter the situation, everybody deserves to be in a healthy relationship free from violence and take violence in a relationship seriously.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month may be ending, but love is respect is here for you year-round. 💛 You’re not alone—let’s keep the conversation going beyond February. 💬
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It can be hard to tell when behavior goes from healthy to unhealthy (or is even abusive.) We’re here to listen without judgment and can help identify possible signs of abuse in our relationship. Text “LOVEIS” to 22522 to speak to an advocate.
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This year's 2025 theme for TDVAM is “Respect That.” The theme “Respect That” highlights the importance of treating partners with dignity, listening to their viewpoints, and respecting their boundaries, by focusing on “respect.” So, how do you #RespectThat?
👉 Pick a color, swipe, and see your daily affirmation for healthy love! Let’s celebrate
relationships where you feel safe, seen, and respected. Your words—and the love you
deserve—have power. What did you get?! Share with us below.
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