Teen Dating Violence

Dating Matters: Understanding Teen Dating Violence Prevention Teen dating violence is a growing public health issue. In a nationwide survey of students in grades 9-12, nearly one in 10 students reported being hit or physically hurt on purpose by a boyfriend or girlfriend at least once in the past 12 months. Dating Matters: Understanding Teen Dating Violence Prevention is a 60-minute, web-based training designed to help educators, youth-serving organizations, and others working with teens understand the risk factors and warning signs associated with teen dating violence. Developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in partnership with Liz Claiborne Inc., Dating Matters also will highlight the importance of promoting healthy relationships. Learn More Teen Dating Violence: What it is, why it happens, and its consequences. Read CDC's Blog on Teen Dating Violence Prevention, from the Acting Director of CDC's National Center for Injury Prevention and Control.