Dating and Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County
Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish
County:
24-hour HOTLINE: 425-25-ABUSE (425-252-2873)
Local information/referral: 425-259-2827
WA State HOTLINE: 1-800-562-6025
National HOTLINE: 1-800-799-SAFE
Faith Trust Institute: faith-based information (all faiths) on Domestic Violence 206-634-1903 (Non-Emergency)
Northwest Network of Bi, Trans, Lesbian and Gay Survivors of Abuse:
206-568-7777 (Non-Emergency); TTY Message: 206-517-9670;
Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish
County:
24-hour HOTLINE: 425-25-ABUSE (425-252-2873)
Local information/referral: 425-259-2827
WA State HOTLINE: 1-800-562-6025
National HOTLINE: 1-800-799-SAFE
Faith Trust Institute: faith-based information (all faiths) on Domestic Violence 206-634-1903 (Non-Emergency)
Northwest Network of Bi, Trans, Lesbian and Gay Survivors of Abuse:
206-568-7777 (Non-Emergency); TTY Message: 206-517-9670;
These are all warning signs. If this is happening in your relationship, get support and get out!
Teen Dating Bill of RightsI have the right:
To always be treated with respect –
In a respectful relationship, you should be treated as an equal.
To be in a healthy relationship – A healthy relationship is not controlling, manipulative, or jealous. A healthy relationship involves honesty, trust, and communication.
To not be hurt physically or emotionally – You should feel safe in your relationship at all times.
Abuse is never deserved and is never your fault –
Conflicts should be resolved in a peaceful and rational way.
To refuse sex or affection at anytime – A healthy relationship involves making consensual sexual decisions.
Not have sex – Even if you have had sex before, you have the right to refuse sex for any reason.
To have friends and activities apart from my boyfriend or girlfriend –
Spending time by yourself, with male or female friends, or with family is normal and healthy.
To end a relationship – You should not be harassed, threatened, or made to feel guilty for ending an unhealthy or healthy relationship. You have the right to end a relationship for any reason you choose.
To always be treated with respect –
In a respectful relationship, you should be treated as an equal.
To be in a healthy relationship – A healthy relationship is not controlling, manipulative, or jealous. A healthy relationship involves honesty, trust, and communication.
To not be hurt physically or emotionally – You should feel safe in your relationship at all times.
Abuse is never deserved and is never your fault –
Conflicts should be resolved in a peaceful and rational way.
To refuse sex or affection at anytime – A healthy relationship involves making consensual sexual decisions.
Not have sex – Even if you have had sex before, you have the right to refuse sex for any reason.
To have friends and activities apart from my boyfriend or girlfriend –
Spending time by yourself, with male or female friends, or with family is normal and healthy.
To end a relationship – You should not be harassed, threatened, or made to feel guilty for ending an unhealthy or healthy relationship. You have the right to end a relationship for any reason you choose.
