Teen Dating Violence
Teen Dating Violence
If you are a teenager involved in a romantic relationship it is important to understand the behaviors that may point to an unhealthy and/or abusive relationship.
Unhealthy or abusive relationships take many forms, and there is not one specific behavior that causes a relationship to be categorized as such. However, there are certain behaviors that should be cause for concern.
Behaviors that should raise a red flag include:
- Excessive jealousy or insecurity
- Invasions of your privacy
- Unexpected bouts of anger or rage
- Unusual moodiness
- Pressuring a partner into unwanted sexual activity
- Blaming you for problems in the relationship and not taking any responsibility for the same
- Controlling tendencies
- Explosive temper
- Preventing you from going out with or talking to other people
- Constantly monitoring your whereabouts and checking in to see what you are doing and who you are with
- Falsely accusing you of things
- Vandalizing or ruining your personal property
- Taunting or bullying
- Threatening or causing physical violence
If your partner frequently engages in these behaviors it may be wise to speak with someone with whom you feel comfortable.
*Abusive partners can be young men or young women.