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RESPECTfully

Healthy relationships start with us.

Healthy relationships are built on respect, honesty, and open communication. They make people feel good about themselves and each other. Learn what makes a relationship healthy or unhealthy, signs to look out for, and how to talk about these issues with people you care about.

Identifying healthy and unhealthy relationships

What makes a relationship healthy? 

Healthy relationships share certain characteristics that everyone should expect, and both people should follow.

What are the signs of an unhealthy relationship? 

Learn the signs of unhealthy behaviors in a friendship or romantic relationship.

Relationship quiz 

Each relationship is unique, but all healthy relationships share certain traits. Wondering if your relationship is healthy? Take this quiz!
About the RESPECTfully Campaign: Information for Parents and Advocates 

Boundaries in healthy relationships

In a friendship or romantic partnership, clear boundaries make for positive relationships.

Learn how to set and respect boundaries

Resources for teens

How can I help my friend? 

If you see the signs of unhealthy behaviors and suspect that someone you care about may be in an unhealthy or abusive relationship of any kind, learn how you can support them and help them stay safe.

I think my relationship is unhealthy. What can I do? 

Learn what you can do if you think your friendship or romantic relationship has signs of unhealthy behavior.

Tools and resources for teens 

Find local and national resources for teens.
Order RESPECTfully materials such as posters, popsockets, stickers, etc. free of charge 

RESPECTfully Pledge

Pledge to respect your limits and help encourage healthy behavior.
It starts with us—let’s end teen dating violence together.

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