Dating and Healthy Relationships
Unhealthy relationships can start early in relationships. Behaviors like teasing and name-calling are not normal and can become abusive and develop into more serious forms of violence.
Teen Dating Violence is defined as:
- the physical,
- sexual,
- psychological or
- emotional aggression within a dating relationship including stalking.
It can occur in person or electronically and might occur between a current or former dating partner.
Get Help
- National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline: 1-866-331-9474.
- Texas Department of Family and Protective Services 24/7 Family Violence Hotline: 1-800-252-5400
- Police: 911 in case of an emergency
- Plano ISD Community Resource List
- Plano ISD Mental Health Support Group List
Warning Signs of an Abusive Partner
- Checking phone, email, or social media
- accounts without permission.
- Excessive put-downs, especially in front of others.
- Isolation from friends or family.
- Extreme jealousy or insecurity.
- Explosive outbursts, temper, or mood swings.
- Any form of physical harm.
- Possessiveness or controlling behavior.
- Pressuring or forcing you to have sex.
Effects of Dating Violence
- Symptoms of depression and anxiety
- Engage in unhealthy behaviors such
- as using drugs, tobacco, or alcohol.
- Antisocial Behaviors
- Suicidal Ideation