Nature and Dynamics of Teen Dating Violence
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Dating and romantic relationships can be a healthy and exciting part of adolescent development.
However, there are also possibilities for unhealthy or abusive relationships to develop. This training will allow participants to better understand the dynamics of intimate partner violence as it applies to teen relationships. Attendees will review current research, explore the various ways that physical, sexual, mental, emotional, and physical abuse show up in adolescent relationships, including how dating violence uniquely impacts LGBTQ+ youth. Participants will also learn tools and approaches for what they can do to support youth who have experienced dating violence including ways to have conversations about healthy relationships and consent.
CEs: 3
Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:
- Review current research on intimate partner violence as it related to adolescents and young adults
- Explore ways that various forms of abuse show up in teen relationships
- Understand how dating violence uniquely impacts LGTBQ+ youth
- Take away concrete tools and approaches for how to support those impacted by dating violence
- Touch on ways to have conversations about healthy relationships, consent, and the differences between love and jealousy.
Tuition:
$80 -Registration Fee
$60- Alumni, Field Instructor, FFL, Adjunct Rate
$45 – Veterans Rate/AUSSW Students
Faculty Bio:

Adelphi University School of Social Work is an approved provider for continuing education credits for the following:
- Social Workers
- LMHC
- LMFT
- CASAC Renewal upon approval
- APA Psychology
- LCAT
- NYSED Psychology
Successful completion for the award of approved continuing education credits requires attendance at the entire training/workshop and submission of a completed evaluation form.
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Cancellation Policy
Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds for cancellations made seven working days or fewer before the event for any reason—or for no-shows. We can provide credit towards a future workshop up to 24 hours before the event. After that, no credit will be issued.
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