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Every year, approximately 1.5 million high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner<\/a>. It is also known that 3 in 4 parents have never talked to their children about domestic violence. .~ NRCVD<\/p>\n Dating abuse can affect anyone regardless of age, race, economic status, cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, etc. However, for tweens and teens, it is vitally important that parents\/caregivers have conversations around what healthy and unhealthy relationships look like and what to do if they find themselves or a friend in an unhealthy relationship. Below are some resources that can help start the conversation.<\/p>\n NCCADV leads the state\u2019s movement to end domestic violence and to enhance work with survivors through collaborations, innovative trainings, prevention, technical assistance, state policy development and legal advocacy. Find listings of all domestic violence agencies in North Carolina under NC Domestic Violence Service Providers<\/a>.<\/p>\n Loveisrespect advocates are trained on issues related to dating abuse and healthy relationships, as well as crisis intervention. This means that when you contact a loveisrespect advocate, they will listen to your situation, assess how you\u2019re feeling in the moment, and help you figure out the next best steps for you. You might brainstorm a safety plan together, or the advocate may be able to find some local resources for you, whether it\u2019s a counselor, support group, legal service or whatever you might need.<\/p>\n The Hotline is the only 24\/7 center in the nation that has access to service providers and shelters across the U.S. Today, The Hotline continues to grow and explore new avenues of service.<\/p>\n This website discusses what abuse is, the red flags or signs of abuse, what healthy and unhealthy relationships look like and provides resources for help.<\/p>\n A 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization supported by members, individual donors, corporations, foundations, and government grants, NCVC can help find local victim services counselors for young people in trouble. NCVC is the nation’s leading resource and advocacy organization for crime victims and those who serve them. Since its inception in 1985, NCVC has worked with grassroots organizations and criminal justice agencies throughout the United States serving millions of crime victims.<\/p>\n Break the Cycle inspires and supports young people in building a culture of healthy relationships. We\u2019re guided by our Let’s Be Real<\/a> movement enthusiastic, committed young people located nationally taking action to ending dating abuse.<\/p>\n The My Plan App helps women and their friends to determine if a relationship is unsafe and create an action plan to leave safely.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n How to Identify and Intervene in Teen Dating Violence~ Online Counseling Programs<\/a> <\/em><\/p>\nNC Resources<\/h2>\n
North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCCADV)<\/a><\/h3>\n
National Resources<\/h2>\n
Loveisrespect<\/a><\/h3>\n
The National Domestic Violence Hotline<\/a><\/h3>\n
Teen Health<\/a><\/h3>\n
National Centers for Victims of Crime<\/a><\/h3>\n
Break the Cycle<\/a><\/h3>\n
My Plan App<\/a><\/h3>\n
Other Resources<\/h3>\n