Healthy Relationships

Definitions

Intimate Partner Violence

Abuse or aggression that occurs within a romantic relationship. This violence can vary in severity (single incident to chronic episodes) that last for multiple years. IPV can take several forms (e.g., physical violence, sexual violence, stalking, and psychological aggression). Unfortunately, many people experience IPV early in life, and the effects can persist throughout their lives. Approximately 16 million women and 11 million men who reported experiencing IPV during their lifetime stated that they first encountered it before the age of 18.

Types of Intimate Partner Violence Violence

Physical

Sexual

Emotional

Psychological Aggression

Threatening

Stalking

Interpersonal Violence

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines violence as follows: “The intentional use of physical force or power, threatened or actual, against oneself, another person, or against a group or community that either results in or has a high likelihood of resulting in injury, death, psychological harm, mal-development, or deprivation.

Types of Interpersonal Violence

Physical

Verbal

Emotional

Psychological

Sexual

Victim Blaming

Threatening

Stalking

Financial

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Intimate Partner Violence Among Men

Men and boys can be victims of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking.

These forms of violence can happen in childhood, teen years, or in adulthood.

Healthy vs Unhealthy Relationship

Healthy Relationships

Mutual Respect

Fighting Fair

Problem Solving

Trust

Good Communication

Honesty

Compromise

Self-Confidence

Individuality

Being a Role Model

Healthy Sexual Relationship

Understanding

Anger Control

Unhealthy Relationships

Control

Physical Violence

Hostility

Sexual Violence

Dishonesty

Disrespect

Intimidation

Dependence

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How to Recognize IPV

Respecting oneself and others is essential for healthy relationships. In unhealthy relationships, one partner attempts to control and dominate the other physically, sexually, or emotionally. Unhealthy relationships are marked by characteristics such as disrespect and control. It is important to recognize signs of unhealthy relationships before they escalate.

Red Flags

It is equally important to identify green flags—signs of a healthy and positive relationship. The term “green flag” is used to identify positive actions or traits, which are indicators of healthy behaviors. This can be a good sign that a potential relationship will start positively and ideally remain that way.

Green Flags

It is equally important to identify green flags—signs of a healthy and positive relationship. The term “green flag” is used to identify positive actions or traits, which are indicators of healthy behaviors. This can be a good sign that a potential relationship will start positively and ideally remain that way.