Gold Nugget

02/21/2026

It can be tough for people of any age to recognize the warning signs that someone might be an unhealthy or abusive partner. Especially if you're younger and newer to dating, it can be helpful to know what to look for.

And remember: it's never your fault if someone chooses to hurt or abuse you, whether they showed "warning signs" or not. You're not alone, and you deserve support and safety. 🩷 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Keep reading: https://buff.ly/a9rdpxj



[Image description: Against a pink background, pink and black text in a white box reads: "What are some warning signs of abuse in teenage and young adult relationships? Many people (of all ages) don’t recognize that they are in an abusive relationship. Does your partner ever... Demand to check your phone? Put you down, insult you, or call you names? Get jealous or make you change your behavior? Make false accusations about your behavior, like cheating? Have outbursts that cause you to fear for your safety? Demand that you stop talking to certain friends? Force you to do sexual things you don’t want to do? Physically hurt you?" Below, white text in a teal box reads: "Visit WomensLaw.org to learn more and speak with our team on the free WomensLaw Email Hotline." The WomensLaw and NNEDV logos are at the bottom, reading: "WomensLaw.org a project of NNEDV National Network to End Domestic Violence."]

02/20/2026

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
Teen dating violence is more common than many realize, and it often begins with behaviors that are normalized or dismissed as “jealousy,” “drama,” or “just part of young relationships.” Education is one of the most powerful tools we have for prevention. When teens are taught what healthy relationships look like—mutual respect, consent, accountability, and boundaries—they are better able to recognize warning signs early and seek support before harm escalates.
Prevention begins with honest conversations, modeling healthy behavior, and giving young people the language to identify control, manipulation, and abuse. Awareness today can help protect teens and shape safer, healthier relationships for the future.

02/20/2026

It's time to break the silence on domestic violence. Silence allows violence to thrive, and together we can create a world where everyone feels safe and heard. Speak up, support each other, and let’s bring this issue into the light. Your voice matters! 💜

02/20/2026

1 in 4 women first experienced intimate partner violence before the age of 18.
This is why prevention must start early. Teaching young people about healthy relationships, boundaries, consent, and accountability can help interrupt abuse before it becomes normalized or lifelong.

02/20/2026