February is <a href="https://www.peacerivercenter.org/teen-dating-violence-awareness/" target="_blank">Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month</a>! Did you know that 1 in 12 teens in the US reported experiencing physical or sexual dating violence?
In this episode of "Let's Talk About It", we talk with Cassie Long, Outreach Coordinator with <a href="https://www.peacerivercenter.org/" target="_blank">Peace River Center</a> about what is teen dating violence, the warning signs and resources for teens and families. It's important that we start the conversation with our teens about what healthy and unhealthy relationships look like.&nbsp;
Confused about what’s normal in a relationship? Don’t know how to leave an unhealthy one? Concerned about a friend’s relationship? Call Peace River Center's 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotlines:
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 <li>Polk County: 863-413-2700</li>
 <li>Hardee/Highlands County: 863-386-1167</li>
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To learn more visit: <a href="https://www.peacerivercenter.org/teen-dating-violence-awareness/" target="_blank">https://www.peacerivercenter.org/teen-dating-violence-awareness/</a>

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