Preventing Teen Dating Violence

A Guide for School Administrators, Teachers and SROs

Teen dating violence is a huge but often unseen issue. It is under-reported and often hidden by teens – who are inexperienced in romantic relationships and may not know or even ignore the danger signs of abuse. Aside from the immediate dangers inherent in an abusive relationship, experts know that these teens will face lifelong consequences. The problems caused by this often have a negative impact on schools.

In the DVD Preventing Teen Dating Violence, school administrators learn what they can do to educate their students and parents about this issue. Cathy Rath, a well-known consultant, life skills coach and expert on relationship violence among teens, describes the problem and offers advice and tips for intervention and prevention.

Here's a look at what you'll learn:

The Problem – Teen Years

What is teen dating violence?
How does it show up? What are the warning signs?
Why does it happen?

Intervention – The School Environment

Roles: What can and should teachers and school administrators do?
What can and should school resource officers (SROs) do?
Teens seeking and getting help from peers

Prevention – Awareness + Action = Change

Programmatic approach vs. campaign-driven
Case study
Ongoing peer education and support

The Facts:
One in four teens is physically, emotionally or sexually abused by a significant other each year, according to national statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The DVD:
Expert Cathy Rath not only discusses the problem – she offers advice on intervention and prevention in this all new DVD.

DVD Price: $90.00
No. V1101

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