Many of us think that sexual assault, abusive relationships, and sexual harassment only happen to adults. We're wrong. Teens experience such acts of violation too, and in alarming numbers. But they often don't realize the devastating effects of such behavior on their lives. Here are some facts about teen abuse, the red flags to recognize it, and the ways to get help if it happens to you or to someone you know.
Remember, no one – regardless of age or gender – deserves to be abused.Teen Issues
* Silverman JG et al. Dating Violence Against Adolescent Girls and Associated Substance Use, Unhealthy Weight Control, Sexual Risk Behavior, Pregnancy, and Suicidality. JAMA 2001;286:572-9.
Date rape accounts for almost 70% of the sexual assaults reported by adolescent and college age women; 38% of those women are between 14 and 17 years old. (Levy B, ed. Dating Violence: Young Women in Danger. Seattle: The Seal Press, 1991.)
Date rape accounts for almost 70% of the sexual assaults reported by adolescent and college age women; 38% of those women are between 14 and 17 years old. (Levy B, ed. Dating Violence: Young Women in Danger. Seattle: The Seal Press, 1991.)
