02/04/2026
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) 🧡
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness about relationship abuse among young people, educate our communities, and support teens in building healthy, respectful connections.
What is teen dating violence?:
Teen dating violence includes physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, or digital abuse within a teenage relationship. It can show up as controlling behaviors, insults, monitoring through phones or social media, threats, or physical harm. It affects teens of all backgrounds. 
📊 Idaho Stats You Should Know:
• Nearly 16% of Idaho youth surveyed reported experiencing physical or sexual violence. Higher than national averages for some forms of dating and sexual violence. 
• In Idaho, female students report significantly higher rates of sexual dating violence than male students. 
• Some Idaho teens report being slapped, pushed, or hit by a partner at rates similar to broader national findings. 
These statistics reflect reported experiences and the real rates are likely higher, because many teens don’t feel safe reporting abuse. 
Why it matters:
Teen dating violence can have lasting effects — including impacts on mental health, school performance, self-esteem, and future relationships. Awareness and early education are key to prevention. 
🧡At NHOH, we believe in supporting young people and their loved ones with education, resources, and compassion. By talking openly about healthy versus unhealthy relationships, we help teens make safer choices and support peers who might be struggling.
📌 Signs of healthy relationships:
✔ Mutual respect and trust
✔ Open communication
✔ Personal boundaries are honored
📌 Signs of unhealthy behavior:
⚠ Excessive texting or checking up constantly
⚠ Threats, insults, or pressure
⚠ Isolation from friends or family
You are not alone. If you or someone you know is experiencing dating violence or if you’re just confused about what’s “normal” , help is available.
📞 National Teen Dating Violence Hotline:
Call/text 866-331-9474
Trained advocates can support you 24/7. 
Together, through awareness, education, and community support, we can help teens build healthy relationships and break cycles of abuse. 🧡
Febraury 10th, wear orange with us in support of TDVAM!