No More T.E.A.R.S

Teens Experiencing

Abusive Relationships

No more T.E.A.R.S is a support group especially for girls ages 13 and up who are experiencing dating violence in their relatonships. Along with peer support, the group also includes educational presentations and speakers and activities such as crafts, jewelry making, and more.

• What is Dating Violence?

• Being yelled at, called names, verbally harrassed

• Constantly accused of flirting or having sex with others

• Repeatedly interrogated

• Publicly humiliated

• Labeled "stupid" or "crazy"

• Are You a Victim of Dating Violence?

• Are you frightened of your boyfriend or girlfriend's temper?

• Are you afraid to disagree with him/her?

• Have you been frightened by his or her violence towards others?

• Have you been hit , kicked, shoved, or had things thrown at you?

• Do you not see friends or family because of his/her jealousy?

• Have you been forced to have sex?

• Have you been afraid to say no to sex?

• You've been wrongly & repeatedly accused of flirting of haveing sex with others?

• Are you unable to go out, get sa job or to school without his/her permisson?

• If any of these have happened to you

you have the right to:

• Be treated with respect

• Be heard

• Say "NO"

• Come and go as you please

• Have a support system

• Have friends and be social

• Have privacy and space of your own

• Maintain a seperate identity

• What to do if You are Being Abused

• Take it seriously

• Tell your abuser the violence must stop

• Say it clearly that you don't want to have sex

• Plan for your safety

• Tell your parents, call the police, or other authorities

• Find a counselor or a support group

• Talk to friends

• Do things for yourself that make you feel stronger

• Take a self-defense class

• Call the YWCA Women's Shelter Hotline

(217)-443-5566

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