For Parents

If you are worried about the dangers your teen might be faced with, you have reason for concern. National statistics show that violence against our teens – often within a dating relationship – is shockingly high. And statistics from Nevada County, unfortunately, are just as grim.

It is not only girls that suffer from violence; teenage boys are also victims of dating abuse. Both girls and boys experience the loss of self-esteem and emotional damage that is the result of abuse, even if there is no physical damage. And both girls and boys, if they are the controlling abusive partners, suffer from the lack of developing those skills needed for conflict resolution and healthy communication.

For More Information

We provide services and information to family members as well as victims of dating violence. Call 272-3467 for help and information. Web links on information for teens There are several sites just for teens that we’ve put on our teen page that are equally informative for parents. For additional information, look at the following sites: [...]

Date Rape: What You Need to Know

Date Rape is a crime that is rarely reported, yet takes place frequently right here in Nevada County. ONE OUT OF EVERY THREE SEXUAL ASSAULTS THAT WE SEE IS A YOUTH BETWEEN 12 AND 17 YEARS OLD. A sexual act is considered rape if it takes place without consent freely given. No matter what. No [...]

Talking With Your Teens

Talk With Your Teen – But Listen More Than You Talk When it comes to tough subjects, teens have a hard time talking to their parents. Many teens are protective of their parents’ feelings and don’t want to upset them. And most parents have a hard time listening without reacting, judging, or wanting to tell [...]

Sexual Assault Violence That’s Not About Sex

What is sexual assault? Sexual assault is an act in which sex is used as a weapon. Sexual harassment, incest, molestation, indecent exposure, and rape are all examples of sexual assault. They all include unwanted, forced sexual contact, and they are all against the law. What do you mean, it’s not about sex? Sexual assault [...]

Dating Violence: What It Is and How You Can Tell

What is Dating Violence? Teen dating violence is a pattern of controlling behavior that someone uses against a girlfriend or a boyfriend. It’s not just hitting or other physical violence: it includes put-downs, intimidation, jealousy, and other kinds of behavior. No relationship is perfect, and everyone gets angry or jealous sometimes. What makes it abuse? [...]