Collection: Teen Dating Violence
In this collection, we share resources we have created to address the topic of teen dating violence. This includes resources from our Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month series, including our 2014 series on Talking with Teens about Dating Violence, our 2015 series, #SafeDating4Teens, and our 2016 series, "Dear Teenage Me..." Although February is officially Teen Dating Violence Month, conversations about dating violence can happen all year round!
See the Triumph Blog Posts
It's Teen Dating Violence Month -- Let's Talk!!!, by Christine Murray
Intimate Partner Violence Affects Everybody...Even Teens, by Sara Forcella
Dating Violence Illustrated Through the Language of Dance, by Andrew Carroll, See the Triumph Guest Blogger
6 Common Questions about Teen Dating Violence, by Quasona Cobb
#safedating4teens: 4 weeks. 4 important messages for teens about dating, by Christine Murray
Week 1/Message 1: Value and Honor Yourself When You're Dating, by Christine Murray
Value and Honor Yourself While Dating. by Vanessa Stevens
Week 2/Message 2: Stay Connected to Your Friends, Family, and Interests When You're Dating, by Christine Murray
Don't Drink, Don't Smoke, Don't Be In An Unhealthy Relationship: The Conversation We Need To Have, by Sara Forcella
Teen Dating Violence Radio Interview with See the Triumph Co-Founder, Christine Murray
Week 3/Message 3: Know the warning signs of abuse, and take them seriously if you see them, by Christine Murray
Warning Signs You've Met Prince TooCharming, by Claire Cappetta
Week 4/Message 4: Remember that dating relationships are a time for learning and growing, by Christine Murray
The Power of Reflection, by Allison Crowe
Dear Young and Heartbroken, by Sara Forcella
Relationship Red Flags, by Sara Forcella
Keep Partners In Your Life That.., by Sara Forcella
Teen Dating Violence Monologue, By Sedonia Scott
Tips for Parents on Talking with Teens about Dating Violence, by Allison Crowe
"Dear Teenage Me..." Series: During February 2016, our Teen Dating Violence Month Series focused on our bloggers writing letters to their teenage selves. Check out the posts in this series below:
- "Dear Teenage Me...": Introduction to See the Triumph's 2016 Teen Dating Violence Month Series, By Christine Murray
- Dear Teenage Me: There Are Things You Don't Know, By Rachel Miller
- Dear Teenage Me: Vulnerability will always make you nervous, but life without it will feel scarier, By LB Klein
- Dear Teenage Me: Only You Get To Define What You Want
- Dear Teenage Me: Trust the Process of Life
- Dear Teenage Me: Your Worth Is Inherent
- Dear Teenage Me: Whatever it takes for your heart and soul to heal, do it
- Dear Teenage Me: Above All Else, Choose Kindness, By Christine Murray
- Dear Teenage Me: Love yourself and remember what love is
- Dear Teenage Me: You will learn to demand respect, honor, and integrity, By Rachel Gibson
- Dear Teenage Me: Don't Take These Years For Granted, By Kayla Rowe
- Dear Teenage Me: Be strong in your convictions and stand up for what you think is right
- Dear Teenage Me: Relationships should make you feel bigger, not smaller, By Kate Kehayes
- Dear Teenage Me: You Are Worthy, By Whitney Akers
- Dear Teenage Me: There is so much ahead of you that it will make your head spin
- Dear Teenage Me: When life gets hard, your true love will be a place to rest
Other Resources and Tools
Download our #SafeDating4Teens Parent-Teen Discussion Guide.
This e-booklet is designed to help parents and teenagers open a dialogue about safe and abusive teen dating relationships.
This e-booklet is designed to help parents and teenagers open a dialogue about safe and abusive teen dating relationships.
The Stigma Surrounding Dating Violence, by Christine Murray