Violence and Abuse

Nineline, Help Line for Young People
Need to talk about abuse you are suffering? Call the Nineline. It's free; it's confidential; it's 24/7. Hablan Español. Call 1-800-999-9999, TTY: 1-800-999-9915 or email.

National Child Abuse Hotline
Help available in English and Spanish for victims of child abuse. Callers speak to a counselor who will give immediate help and refer them to counselors near their homes. Call 1-800-422-4453, TTY 1-800-333-4453, seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network
RAINN, the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization, offers telephone assistance and information on its Web site for victims of rape, abuse and incest. Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).
 
National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center
A federal resource to help prevent violence committed by and against young people.

Teen Health from Nemours:  Abusive Relationships
Read about physical, emotional and sexual abuse. Learn the warning signs and how to get help.

Teens Health from Nemours: Date Rape
Learn to protect yourself against date rape.

Sex, Etc.
Get information on recognizing abuse and dealing with the wounds of abuse.