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What Can You Do to Support Youth Survivors of Dating Abuse?<\/a><\/h1>\n
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March 03, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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Adult allies and organizations serving youth communities often ask about how they can better serve the needs of young people. Break the Cycle’s Director of Programs Kelley Hampton guest blogs and talks about what you can as an ally or organization to help young people experiencing dating abuse…. Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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A Critique of Media Portrayals of Dating Abuse<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
February 24, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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Between Chris Brown, Bill Cosby and the many domestic violence charges against NFL players (and athletes in general), there\u2019s been no shortage of stories in the media about dating abuse. Even in other stories, dating violence has been creeping into conversations unlikely to mention violence. Take… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Fear Kept Me from Speaking Out<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
February 19, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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During teenDVmonth, we’ve asked our National Youth Advisory Board to guest write blogs. This week’s youth perspective is brought to you by Chandler Lewis, Team Member.<\/p>\n

When I was growing up, teen dating violence and domestic violence were topics that were not openly discussed in my school or… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What\u2019s Happening With Sexual Assault and Dating Abuse On Our College Campuses?<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
February 13, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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In the last few years, the issue of sexual assault and dating abuse on college campuses has gained overdue traction in the public sphere. From Columbia University\u2019s Emma Sulkowiczcarrying her mattress in protest of the university\u2019s handling of her sexual assault, to the increasing number of higher… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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How Legal Services Help Dating Abuse Victims<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
February 11, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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One in three young people experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from a dating partner. This is an epidemic. Despite the urgency of this issue, survivors between the ages of 12-18 often have limited access to legal protections, including civil protection orders or restraining orders…. Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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How Our Youth Leaders Create Brighter Futures <\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
February 08, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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As adult allies, we work with youth to help them build healthy relationships, we work to provide much needed help services but most importantly we work to empower youth to become today\u2019s change to stand up and speak out and that is exactly what these amazing young people are doing.<\/p>\n

The National… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Wear Orange4Love Day<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
February 05, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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Creating a culture without abuse takes all of us. With one in three young people experiencing some form of dating abuse, it is essential that we take a serious step toward deconstructing unhealthy relationships, and our beliefs about them. Your voice matters, and getting involved is the first step… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Having the Hard Conversation: Talking to Your Kids About Dating Violence <\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
January 26, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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Dating abuse affects everyone. It knows no boundaries and crosses all barriers. It can happen to anyone, at any time, at any age. This isn’t just reflect in what we see in our lives — it’s in the statistics.\u00a0Shockingly, one in three young people will experience some form of dating abuse, but… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Why is teenDVmonth So Important? <\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
January 23, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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During teenDVmonth, we’ve asked our National Youth Advisory Board to guest write blogs. This week’s youth perspective is brought to you by Nicole De Sario, Executive Team Member.<\/p>\n

As you may know, the National Youth Advisory Board for loveisrespect consists of 24 youth aged 14-24 from all over… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Announcing Our New Chief Executive Officer: Amy S\u00e1nchez<\/span><\/div>\n
January 23, 2015<\/span><\/div>\n
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On behalf of the Break the Cycle Board of Directors, I am delighted to announce that the new Chief Executive Officer of Break the Cycle is Amy S\u00e1nchez. Amy is widely respected in the domestic violence field, and has a history of building organizations that engage communities to end violence.<\/p>\n

Amy…<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The Amanda Forum (Video)<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
December 03, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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Last January, The Amanda Forum’s first annual conference, put together by the Caring Place of Valparaiso, Indiana as part of a youth dating violence prevention project in honored Amanda Bach. In 2011 Amanda was murdered by her\u00a0ex-boyfriend. (He received a 60 year sentence for the murder and is… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Technical Training & Assistance Team Making A Difference<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
November 21, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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Last month, Break the Cycle staff participated in the Trauma Informed Care Roundtable, conducted by the Sexual Violence Justice Institute (SVJI) of the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault. Hosted by the US Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women, SVJI brought together 15… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Recovering from an Unhealthy Relationship<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
November 14, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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Going through a breakup is always difficult, no matter the circumstances. But going through a breakup after being in an unhealthy relationship can feel even worse. It\u2019s important to remember you\u2019re not alone and have the support of family and friends to get you through this tough time. Plus, it\u2019s… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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What Happens When a Breakup Goes Wrong<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
November 12, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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You\u2019ve just gone through a breakup. It\u2019s intense, painful, and sad. These feelings are totally natural and expected. Despite these common feelings, many people don\u2019t want to accept or understand that their relationship has ended. What do you do when you break up with someone who won\u2019t let go,… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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How to Break Up Peacefully<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
November 10, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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When people start dating, there can be all kinds of fireworks and \u201cbutterflies in the stomach.\u201d Some time later, those feelings may have faded, replaced by the feeling that the two shouldn\u2019t be together anymore. So how can people break up without making them miserable, causing a scene, or worse… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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10 Things Not to Say on a First Date<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
November 07, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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First dates are exciting for anyone, especially for young people who may not have gone out on a date! That said, a first date can also turn into the perfect storm of nerves, hormones and tactlessness. It can be really easy to screw up the date by saying or doing the wrong thing. If you want to make… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Leaving an Emotionally Abusive Relationship<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
November 04, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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Actress and singer Jennifer Lopez recently admitted she’s been\u00a0in an emotionally abusive relationship in the past.<\/p>\n

“I’ve never gotten a black eye or a busted lip, but I’ve felt abused in one way or another: mentally, emotionally, verbally,” Lopez writes in a new memoir, True Love. Sadly, J…. Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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5 Important Ways to Document Abuse<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
November 03, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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One threatening text may not be enough for someone to realize it\u2019s abuse, but multiple and repeated threatening texts are a pattern of behavior. The same goes for emails, phone calls, voicemails, and messages online. And often, when abuse happens digitally or verbally, it can escalate to something… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Fighting Fair With a Partner<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
October 22, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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Part of being in a healthy relationship is communicating effectively, including when someone feels angry or disappointed. Disagreements and fights are bound to happen in any relationship, which is why it\u2019s crucial to know how to fight fairly with a partner.<\/p>\n

What is unfair fighting? It\u2019s when one… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What Can Lawyers Do to Help Victims of Domestic Violence?<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
October 20, 2014<\/span><\/div>\n
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In many states, the laws are designed so that the victim can obtain a protection order or restraining order without a lawyer. But say there are children involved or there are issues with immigration. What if the abuser has a lawyer? If any of these pertain to your or your child\u2019s case, then it\u2019s a… Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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