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This educational video graphically illustrates the signs of relationship abuse, examining such issues as self-esteem, control, manipulation, intimidation, verbal abuse, violence, stalking and rape.  The program features an engaging open-forum discussion in which 10 diverse young adults share their own experiences with emotional, physical, and sexual abuse.  Experts in psychology and social work describe concrete warning signs of abuse, identifying the ways in which abuse affects the parties involved, and offering advice on getting out of abusive situations and getting help.  A host provides additional factual information where necessary, and leads viewers through the program as well as the forum.  Watching this program helps young people learn how secrecy and denial can perpetuate abusive situations.   Viewers learn the importance of telling and getting help immediately.  This is a very moving, informative program that all young people should see.

Runtime: 28 mins

I won't let it happen to me is this attitude most people have regarding dangerous relationships.  People don't understand that no one chooses to be in one, and it usually happens without anyone realizing it.  This video clearly identifies the warning signs that you are in a dangerous relationship, whether it be with a parent, sibling, peer or significant other.  It gives you procedures you can take to avoid getting into a dangerous relationship, to get out of one or to help a friend get out.  Learn how to take the necessary steps to keep a dangerous relationship from ruining your life and ruining your dreams.

Runtime: 24 mins

Developing a strong relationship between two people allows them to express mutual respect and love for each other.  Unfortunately, when a couple is involved in a toxic relationship that is marked by codependency, emotional violence, or domestic abuse, it can be emotionally and physically damaging and sometimes even fatal.  Finding the strength to leave a negative relationship and seek counseling can result in a gradual recovery of physical and emotional health for abused individuals and their loved ones.  This video program contains graphic material relating to domestic abuse that may not be suitable for all audiences.  Teachers are encouraged to review this program before using it in their classroom.

Runtime: 27 mins

This video was adapted from an original play written by Daniel S. Kehde by Jaguar Educational and Producer/Director Greg Harpold.  Kehde and Harpold.  They have previously collaborated on award-winning educational dramas depicting teenage experiences with AIDS, date rape, disabilities, and hate crimes.  The program tells the story of a teen relationship that seems like love, but is eventually taken over by possessiveness, jealousy, and anger, and begins to take precedence over daily events such as school, homework, soccer practice, parties, and other friendships.  Throughout the program, viewers are introduced to the warning signs of an abusive relationship.  The age of the actors makes the program ideal for secondary school students, but it can also be used for a younger or a more general audience.  The story is reinforced by interview segments with domestic violence counselors who make connections between events in the drama and the patterns of abuse evident in real-life situations.  The video helps young people recognize the characteristics of a dangerous relationship, and makes the point that it is NEVER too late to get help.

Runtime: 43 mins