Some shocking facts on teen dating violence

Sunday, August 24, 2008

1 in 5 female high school students reported being physically and/or sexually abused by a dating partner.

Females aged 16-24 are at the highest risk of
intimate partner violence.

Females are at the highest risk of being victims
of forcible rape at age 14.

In 84% of all reported rapes in NYC in 2003, the
victim knew the attacker.

Of the 64 family-related homicides in NYC in
2003, 40% of the victims were age 25 or younger.

Important numbers
For emergencies 911
For information 311

Department of Youth and Community Development YOUTHLINE
1-800-246-4646

Reference - http://www.nyc.gov/html/ocdv/downloads/pdf/dv_teen_brochure_english.pdf

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