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Dating Violence

Published on Nov 23, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Dating Violence

What School Counselors Should Know
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Dating Violence

Uncertain Definition
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The physical, sexual, or psychological/emotional violence within a dating relationship, as well as stalking.

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Teen Dating Violence

  • In Person
  • Electronically
  • Current or Former Partner
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Types

  • Physical: intentional use of force
  • Emotional: put downs, controlling, isolating, embarrassing
  • Sexual: Any sexual act performed against another's will 
  • Electronic: Unwanted and excessive texting 
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Adolescents

Frontal Lobe developing 

Prevalence

Dating Violence

Warning Signs

Academic

  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Fearful of attending
  • Self Conscious
  • Poor Performance
  • Disruptive in class
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Interpersonal

  • Family History of Victimization
  • Personal History of Harassment 
  • Promiscuity and drug use
  • Mistreating partners 
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Mental Health

  • Eating Disorders
  • Low Self Esteem
  • Sadness and Hopelessness
  • Depression, Suicidal 

Avoidance of Help

  • 60% of victims do not seek help
  • 79% of perpetrators do not seek help

Why Stay?

  • Love
  • Confusion
  • Belief they can change abuser
  • Promises
  • Denial 

Warning Signs for Counselors

  • Consistent attendance issues
  • Sudden drop in grades
  • Sudden request for schedule change
  • Sudden noticeable weight change
  • Isolation from social group, bruising 
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Warning Signs for Counselors

  • One persons arm firmly around the other
  • One person monopolizes the other's time
  • One persons frequently checking in with the other
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Counselors

Teach characteristics of healthy relationships

Healthy Relationships

  • Non-violent conflict resolution, anger managment
  • Open and honest communication 
  • Accept partner's right to autonomy 
  • Maintain individuality
  • Mutual respect 
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Supporting Students

  • Open door policy
  • Give your undivided attention
  • Connect frequently 
  • Teach respectful conversation
  • Teach negotiation and compromise
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Counselors

  • Serve as resource for students
  • Know school policy
  • Model healthy behaviors
  • Be a safe listener 
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