Remember the tv show when Blair was in the back of a van with a boy who was trying to force himself onto her, that was the message I grew up with.
Don't speak negatively about the person you are dating to anyone, including your friends.
Of course, you will have those times when you need to vent, but keep it at a minimum.
Today’s Guest Blog comes from Rachel Dack, a relationship expert for Dating
Dack is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC), nationally certified counselor and relationship coach.
At its core, dating and relationship violence is about one person misusing power to control another person.
Anyone, of any age or gender, can become a victim of dating and relationship violence and dating violence is reported in both heterosexual and same-sex couples.
It is a sad fact that today's youth are much more likely to be exposed to violence and abuse than youth of previous generations: dating and acquaintance rape, relationship violence, bullying, gang activity, and exposure to graphic violent images in video games and on the Internet.
Often, it is quite difficult for parents to intervene in these complex situations but there are several steps that parents can take to limit their children's exposure to these dangers.
She is also a co-author of "Sexy Secrets to a Juicy Love Life," an international bestseller written to support single women in forming and maintaining healthy, loving relationships.
This week, we focus on how parents can impact their teenager’s relationships and sex life in a positive way.