Let's #talkaboutit....

According to the Center for Disease Control:

• Nearly 1 in 11 females and 1 in 14 males report experiencing physical dating violence. 
• About 1 in 8 females and 1 in 26 males report experience sexual dating violence
• 26% of women and 15% of men who were victims of contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime first experienced these or other forms of violence by that partner before the age of 18. 

What we know is that instances of dating violence can have profound impacts on young adults all the way through adulthood. But so can talking with young adults about the types and warning signs of dating violence, healthy relationships, and how to support and talk to each other.

The Eastland County Crisis Center staff is available to speak with schools, faith communities, community groups, parents/caregivers, young adults, and other individuals who would like to learn more about the prevention, recognition, and response to dating violence amongst teens. Programs are customizable and free to the public and can be scheduled by calling 254-629-8229.

Follow us on our social media to learn more and stay up to date on all we're doing for #TDVAM! #TALKABOUTIT

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resources to help you talk about it:

RESOURCES ARE PROVIDED BY THE TEXAS COUNCIL ON FAMILY VIOLENCE AND LOVE IS RESPECT.

​Are you a parent or adult who wants to support young people who have questions about relationships? We partnered with Allstate to create our Parent's Guide, which shares vital information about the warning signs of abuse & how to #TalkAboutIt with the young people in your life

All relationships exist on a spectrum from healthy to abusive, with unhealthy relationships somewhere in the middle. Learn more about the Healthy Relationship Spectrum.

Whether you’re in a relationship or you’re just having fun, setting & respecting boundaries is essential to every relationship. Your boundaries are yours to build! Learn more about Setting Healthy Boundaries. 

If you’re worried about your partner’s behavior in your relationship, it’s understandable to be confused or unwilling to leave your relationship. It's important to know the Warning Signs so you can #TalkAboutIt if you need support

Healthy relationships are built on Equality while abusive relationships are built on Power and Control. Where does your dating relationship fall on the Wheel?

If you are in an unhealthy, abusive, and/or dangerous relationship, click here for a general Safety Plan for Teens.