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Teen Dating Violence

Teen dating violence is defined as the physical, psychological, emotional, or sexual violence within a dating relationship, including stalking. It can occur in person or electronically and can occur between a current or former dating partner.

Did You Know?

1 in 11 females and 1 in 15 male high school students report having experienced physical dating violence in 2020.

25% of female and 17% of male abuse survivors reported missing at least one day of school due to abuse.

3.5 million women and 900K men reported that the intimate partner abuse occurred before turning 18.

1 in 8 female and 1 in 26 male high school students report having experienced sexual dating violence in 2020.

Where to Report

If you are in immediate danger, call 911!
Report Anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAKUP
National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline: 866-331-9474
- Chat – loveisrespect.org
- Text – LOVEIS to 22522

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In Partnership with Crime Stoppers of Houston

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