Abuse in teenage relationships
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If you’re in a relationship and you feel unhappy about or frightened by the way your partner treats you, you don’t have to put up with it.
It can be hard to know what’s ‘normal’ in a relationship. It can take time to get to know each other and discover what works for you both.
But there’s one thing that’s for sure: abusive or violent behaviour is not acceptable. If it’s happening to you, it’s OK to ask for help and advice.
Partner abuse can happen to anyone of any age, culture or religion. It can happen to boys or girls, but it’s much more likely to happen to girls. Young people in same-sex relationships are also more likely to be affected.
Tink Palmer, a social worker who works with people who have been abused, says: “No-one should have to put up with violence in any form. If it’s happening to you, talk to a person you trust, such as a parent, a trusted adult or a friend. Don’t hold it in – talk to someone.”
What is abuse in a relationship?
Abuse can involve physical violence, such...
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