Attitudes Toward Unhealthy Relationship Behaviors and Boundary-Setting: Variation Among High School Students

Teen dating violence (TDV) is common during adolescence and has lasting negative impacts on those who experience it. Yet, there is limited research exploring how well teens recognize unhealthy behaviors and communicate boundaries, both crucial aspects in preventing TDV. This study aimed to investiga...

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Authors: Moschella-Smith, Elizabeth A. (Author) ; Potter, Sharyn J. (Author) ; Jamison, Tyler (Author) ; Harley, Michael (Author) ; Fine, Sue (Author) ; Chaudhry, Amy S. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2025
In: Journal of interpersonal violence
Year: 2025, Volume: 40, Issue: 5/6, Pages: 1173-1198
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