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Unhealthy relationships can start early and last a lifetime.\u00a0 Teens often think some behaviors, like teasing and name calling, are a \u201cnormal\u201d part of a relationship.\u00a0 However, these behaviors can become abusive and develop into more serious forms of violence.<\/span><\/p>\n

Teen dating violence is physical, sexual, psychological or emotional violence within a dating relationship, including stalking.\u00a0 It can occur in person or electronically and might occur between a current or former dating partner.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Does Dating Violence Happen?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Communicating with your partner, managing uncomfortable emotions like anger and jealousy, and treating others with respect are a few ways to keep relationships healthy and nonviolent.\u00a0 Teens receive messages about how to behave in relationships from peers, adults in their lives, and the media.\u00a0 All too often, these examples suggest that violence in a relationship is normal, but violence is never acceptable.\u00a0 There are reasons why violence occurs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Violence is related to certain risk factors.\u00a0 Risks of having unhealthy relationships increase for teens who:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n