First things first!
If you or a loved one are experiencing domestic violence and need assistance, call your local hotline or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or TTY 1-800-787-3224.
Fresno Local Numbers
Marjaree Mason Center Fresno CA, 93721-1122
Phone number: 559-233-HELP (4357)
RCS Fresno Fresno CA, 93701-1914
RCS FRESNO 24-HOUR RAPE CRISIS HOTLINE: (559) 222-7273
Office: (559) 497-2900
Central Valley Region: Domestic Violence Organizations
On this page you'll find:
Teen Dating Violence Resources
Preventing Domestic Violence: Black Men & Boys Take the Lead
Intimate Partner Violence Prevention Info & Resources
Teen Dating Violence Resources
Is Your Relationship Healthy?
Typical warning signs of abuse from your partner include
Checking your phone, email, or social media accounts without your permission.
Putting you down frequently, especially in front of others.
Isolating you from friends or family (physically, financially, or emotionally).
Extreme jealousy or insecurity.
Explosive outbursts, temper, or mood swings.
Any form of physical harm.
Possessiveness or controlling behavior.
Pressuring you or forcing you to have sex.
Source: Love is Respect
Teen Dating Violence Defined
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), teen dating violence includes four forms of violence that can occur within the dating relationships of adolescents:1, 2
Physical violence: the intentional use of physical force, which includes hitting, pushing, shoving, grabbing, restraining, or using strength against someone
Sexual violence: forcing someone to take part in a sexual act (e.g., kissing, touching, sexual intercourse) or a non-physical sexual event (e.g., sexting) when the person does not or cannot consent
Aggression: the use of verbal and non-verbal communication with the intent to cause mental or emotional harm, or exert control over someone
Stalking: a pattern of repeated, unwanted attention and contact that causes fear or concern for one’s own safety or the safety of someone else (e.g., family member, close friend)
Teen Dating Violence Prevention Fact Sheet
Find super helpful resources including articles and websites here: https://www.childrenssafetynetwork.org/sites/default/files/CSNTD%20FactSheet.pdf
Preventing Domestic Violence: Black Men & Boys Take the Lead
Black Men & Boys Take the Lead - Anti-Violence Ventures
Why Black Women Struggle More With Domestic Violence
Intimate Partner Violence Prevention Info & Resources
Preventing Intimate Partner Violence Across the Lifespan
Preventing Intimate Partner Violence Across the Lifespan: A Technical Package of Programs, Policies, and Practices: www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/ipv-technicalpackages.pdf
Intimate Partner Violence Surveillance Uniform Definitions & Recommended Data Elements