02/18/2026
February is dedicated to raising awareness about teen dating violence through Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). This month-long effort focuses on advocacy and education to stop dating abuse before it starts.
According to national data, 20% of teens will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they are dating before adulthood. Teen dating violence includes physical violence, sexual violence, psychological or emotional abuse, stalking, and digital abuse, and it can happen in-person or online