Unsilenced: Real Conversations About Abuse

Teen Dating Violence, Restraining Orders, and Sexual Abuse, with Shari Genser, Esq


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Did you know that teenagers can experience dating abuse? Before reaching adulthood, 1 in 3 teenagers will experience some form of abuse by their partner. In this episode of Unsilenced, Shari Genser, Esq. will discuss

  • what legal protections are in place for teenaged victims of abuse
  • why victims sometimes drop restraining orders,
  • how difficult it may be for teenagers to come forward about sexual abuse, and much more.

*Please note: this is not to be used as legal guidance, please seek services if you want unique, individual legal advice.



Resources:

Are you in an unhealthy relationship and living or working in Morris County, New Jersey? JBWS can help call our 24-Hour Helpline at 1.877.782.2873 or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jbws.org/services⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠


Do you recognize controlling or abusive behaviors in yourself? JBWS can also help. Please call 973.539.7801 or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jbws.org/jcnv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


If you don't live or work in Morris County, NJ please visit https://www.thehotline.org/ or call 800.799.SAFE (7233)


Unsilenced: Real Conversations About Abuse is produced by JBWS, a domestic violence agency serving Morris County, New Jersey. If you're interested in learning more about JBWS, please visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ jbws.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠


Intro and outro music donated by Billy Morris

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Unsilenced: Real Conversations About AbuseBy JBWS / MC Robinson

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