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Police: Discuss dating violence with teens
FAIRFIELD The Police Department wants the public to know February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.
“This is an issue that impacts everyone – not just teens – but their parents, teachers, friends and communities as well,” the department said in a press release. “Together, we can raise the nation’s awareness about teen dating violence and promote safe, healthy relationships.”
An estimated 1 in 10 teens will experience dating violence, according to the press release. Nationwide, youth ages 12 to 19 experience the highest rates of rape and sexual assault.
Girls are particularly vulnerable to experiencing violence in their relationships and are more likely to suffer long-term behavioral and health consequences, including suicide attempts, eating disorders and drug use.
‘Walk a Mile’ event to spread teen dating violence awareness
FVPC virtual walk open to community
Submitted photo Family Violence Prevention Center’s virtual walk will be held Saturday, Feb. 27. The FVPC T-shirt pictured is from a previous year.
XENIA Family Violence Prevention Center’s Youth Advisory Board will virtually host Walk a Mile in their Shoes Saturday, Feb. 27 in recognition of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.
FVPC’s team of high school students recently came together to plan the event and spread this message: “Teen dating violence can happen to anyone.”
“‘Walk a Mile in their Shoes’ asks young men and women to literally walk one mile in another person’s shoes whether it be boots or high-heeled shoes!,” a FVPC spokesperson said in a release. “It’s not easy walking in these shoes, but it is a light-hearted and creative way to get the community to talk about something that’s really difficult to discuss: gender
Feb 11, 2021
Photo: Interval House
As part of its ongoing commitment to prevention education, Interval House is partnering with Covenant Preparatory School and Grace Academy during February’s National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
Students in 7th and 8th grades will participate in several virtual activities, including online presentations by Interval House’s community educator, crafting a social media awareness campaign as well as curriculum projects created by teachers and fellow students. Educators from the two schools will be panelists during a special “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” Teen Dating Violence Awareness webinar, hosted by Interval House and members of Men Make a Difference, Men Against Domestic Violence (MMAD) at noon on Friday, Feb. 12.
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Statistics show victims of teen dating violence are more likely to experience symptoms of depression and anxiety, or engage in unhealthy behaviors, like using tobacco, drugs, and alcohol. Others might also exhibit harmful behaviors, like lying, stealing, bullying, hitting, or thoughts of suicide.
Teen dating violence is an issue that impacts not only teens, but their parents, teachers, friends and communities as well. The Greensboro Police Department is working to put a stop to teen dating violence by raising awareness and providing the public with educational tools and programs. If you’re a parent, police suggest teaching your teen about self-respect, but also giving them a chance to talk without interruption.