Alarming Rates Of Partner Violence Among Adolescent Girls

Clare FM

A quarter of teenage girls who have been in relationships have endured physical or sexual violence from their partner. The World Health Organisation says it equates to 19 million girls who will have experienced partner-related violence by the time they turn 20. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare Haven Director of Services, Dr Siobhán O’Connor and Executive Director of Rape Crisis Midwest, Siobhán O’Leary. Rape Crisis Midwest support line is available on 1800 311 511 or [e-mail] Clare Haven support line is available on 065 682 2435 ISPCC Teen Line is availabe on 1800 833 634 or text 50808