Michael Martinez wrote an article on RGJ.com today. The article talks about programs that are available in Washoe NV to prevent teen dating abuse. Mr. Martinez cites stories of some teen victims who were too ashamed to talk about what was happening with them.

According to the article “Nearly 1.5 million high school students nationwide experienced physical abuse from a dating partner in a single year, according the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Last year, a Nevada hotline received about 507 reports of dating abuse by a person younger than 17, according to the Nevada Network Against Domestic Violence.

It further states “Fear of telling friends and family and not knowing what dating abuse is or where to report it prevents victims from getting help.”

Read the entire article http://www.rgj.com/article/20100308/NEWS/3080329/1321/Programs-available-in-Washoe-to-prevent-dating-abuse-aid-victims.