DV Education Needed at Early Age

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Registered: 10-03-2003
DV Education Needed at Early Age
Sat, 11-20-2004 - 11:24am

Hi,

I read in the paper this week about the death of a very young woman (21). She was apparently strangled by her jealous boyfriend. Her body was found stuffed in a suitcase in a closet.

I feel that DV education must be taught in our schools, beginning at the jr. high school level. I fear that if it isn't started soon, there will be many more needless deaths in our country. Girls need to learn about the danger signs of an abuser, and what to do if they feel trapped in a relationship with an abusive boyfriend. Boys need to learn early that abusive behavior will not be tolerated, and that there are consequences. I feel that this education could save untold heartache years in advance.

Barbara