Teen Dating Violence/Abuse
If you are a victim of dating abuse, you could be at risk of physical harm. If you are an observer, you can locate resources to help a friend or family member.
IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT. It can be difficult to talk with someone, you may feel uncomfortable letting someone know, but it is important to let someone you trust and who will believe you know what is happening to you.
Dating violence can be physical, but it can also be emotional, psychological, verbal and/or sexual.
Dating violence/abuse is illegal, and even though you are a teenager, you are able to find information and get help. Tell an adult you trust about what is happening, and use the following resources to get more information and help.
If you are in immediate danger, or in an emergency, call 911.
Websites with information on and assistance for teen dating violence/abuse:
Resources that can offer you help:
- National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline
1-866-331-9474
1-866-331-8453 TTY
- Common Ground Sanctuary - 24 hours
(248) 456-0909
1-800-231-1127
www.commongroundsanctuary.org
- Jewish Family Service
Main Office (248) 592-2300
TDD (248) 592-2349
www.jfsdetroit.org
- HAVEN (Help Against Violent Encounters Now)
24-hour crisis (248) 334-1274
TTD (248) 334-1290
Toll Free (877) 922-1274
24-hour emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Counseling available for home violence, teen-rape victims, sexual abuse.
www.haven-oakland.org
- FIRST STEP (Western and Downriver Wayne County Project on Domestic and Sexual Violence)
24-hour help line (734) 722-6800
Toll Free (888) 453-5900
24-hour emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Information and referrals for legal assistance and counseling.
www.firststep-mi.org
- TURNING POINT (Macomb County Project for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and homelessness)
24-hour crisis line (586) 463-6990
Shelter and counseling available.
www.turningpointinc.com/
