According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, domestic violence and sexual assault are the leading causes of injuries for young women and girls over the age of 15 in Georgia. 

To understand why, we spoke with Michelle White, who is a child and youth project manager for the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence. She explained how to identify and prevent teen dating violence as well as why teens are less likely to report it. White also described the characteristics of healthy relationships. 

"On Second Thought" host Virginia Prescott speaks with Michelle White.

If you or someone you know is experiencing teen dating violence, you can text Project SAFE's Teen Textline at (706) 765-8019.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you can call the statewide domestic violence hotline at 1-800-334-2836.

 

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Tags: healthy relationships  georgia coalition against domestic violence  relationship violence  teen dating violence  sexual abuse  domestic violence  sexual assault