To Write Love on Her Arms is an awareness campaign for the prevention of self injury, suicide, addiction, and depression. These things are all big aspects of dating abuse, and things we hear every day form callers and chatters. The stress and trauma of abuse can lead to depression and addiction in teens. We want to keep destructive decisions out of the equation and encourage teens to seek help and an outlet that is healthy and will allow for the greatest chance of recovery and success. Help spread the awareness for To Write Love on Her Arms project, by simply writing the word “Love” on your arm and spreading the word about this worthy cause.
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Hi. My brother is in a bad relationship. His girlfriend is always accusing him of cheating on her even though he’s not. He won’t tell me what’s happening most of the time, but I’m pretty sure she’s hit him before too. Can guys be abused too? And would you help him if he called you?
Yes, guys can experience abuse just like women. Abuse in relationships is not limited to any kind of classification, whether it be race, class, educational background, or gender. Although most resources are directed towards women that are being abused by men, the same resources can be used by men to determine if they are being abused by their partner. If a guy is being abused and does not recognize it, he can always take the relationship quiz located on the Know the Red Flags website. This quiz will allow men to recognize some of the abusive behaviors he may be experiencing in his relationship. Also, he can always contact us by chat (www.loveisrespect.org) or phone (1-866-331-9474). Helpline advocates are trained to talk to men and can discuss the signs, factors, and behaviors that constitute abuse in relationships. Advocates give the support and resources that men need to end the abuse occurring in their relationships.
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