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In one out of eight teenage relationships, dating becomes a complicated pattern of physical and/or emotional abuse inflicted on one partner - most often the girl - and a pursuit of power and control by the other. In a series of dramatic vignettes, this workshop addresses myths about the nature of love and gender-related behavior that allow dating violence to flourish.
On-screen discussion questions and handouts help viewers begin to understand the insidious nature of the problem and how it can be prevented. Vignettes elaborate on: the various facets of dating violence; the connection between jealousy and control; the use of manipulation and verbal abuse to undermine self-confidence; the manipulation of a partner by using suicide threats. Also addresses the victim's inability to change the abuser and exactly how attitudes and expectations about sex contribute to date rape.

***Includes Teacher's Guide