Teen dating violence is the use or threat of violence in a dating relationship. Violence can be physical, emotional, sexual, financial, spiritual, technological, or a combination of these.

• Checking your cell phone or social networking account (such as Instagram, Snapchat, etc.) without permission
• Constant put-downs/name-calling
• Extreme jealousy or insecurity
• Explosive temper
• Financial control
• Isolating you from family or friends
• Mood swings
• Physically hurting you in any way
• Controlling you
• Telling you what to do

1. Seek support.

2. Talk to a trusted, safe adult.

3. Contact WEAVE via online chat (lower right hand corner of this site) or call our 24/7 Support & Information Line at 916.920.2952.

4. Check out resources at loveisrespect.org.

5. Call 9-1-1 if you are in immediate danger.

Group and individual counseling covers topics such as healthy relationships, abusive relationships, the impact of media messages on teens, and learning assertive communication. For teens 12 and older parent permission is not required, but preferred.