Updated: September 29, 2011

A good date should end with a smile - not tears. If you or someone you know has been hurt by their boyfriend, girlfriend or a close friend, find out the facts on abuse. It's not just about hitting. Being pressured, teased and controlled are forms of abuse too.

Resources

Teen Dating Abuse Fact Sheet
Know the facts and how to protect yourself from unhealthy relationships.

Love is Respect
If you or a friend needs help or advice about an abusive relationship, the National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline can help.

Love is Not Abuse
Learn what consitutues abuse and how to prevent it.

Safe Youth
National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center Safe Youth

Choose Respect Initiative
Choose Respect is an initiative that helps teens form healthy relationships to prevent dating violence before it starts

National Sexual Violence Resource Center
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center serves as the nation's principle information and resource center regarding all aspects of sexual violence.

National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

National Sexual Assault Online Hotline
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)