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 and you may feel uncomfortable letting someone know. 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, there is information available to 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 assistance for teen dating violence/abuse:
http://www.lovedignity.com
http://www.loveisnotabuse.com
http://www.loveisrespect.org text 22522/en espanol
http://www.breakthecycle.org
http://www.thesafespace.org
https://www.drugrehab.com/guides/bullying
Resources that can offer you help:
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24-Hour Crisis Counseling
1-800-231-1127
Mental Health Screening
248-451-2600
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Western and Downriver Wayne County Project on Domestic and Sexual Violence. First Step is a 24 hour emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. It provides information and referrals for legal assistance and counseling.
24 hour help line (734) 722-6800
Toll Free 1-888-453-5900
http://www.firststep-mi.org
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24-hour crisis line (248) 334-1274
Toll Free 1-877-922-1274
The Haven is a 24-hour emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Counseling is available for domestic violence, teen-rape, and sexual abuse victims.
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Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm M-F
JFS Resource Center (248) 592-2313
Main Office (248) 592-2300
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1-866-331-9474
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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