Red Flag or Green Flag?
Your partner surprises you with lunch at school without asking.
Green Flag (they’re being thoughtful, not controlling)
True or False: If there’s no physical harm, it’s not abuse
False, abuse can be emotional, verbal, financial, etc.
Your friend jokes about their partner being “super jealous” and not letting them hang out with others
Ask if they’re okay. Say something like, “That doesn’t sound healthy, are you alright?”
Your partner constantly texts you, asking where you are, who you're with, and when you’ll be home.
Red Flag (that’s controlling behavior, even if disguised as “care”)
True or False: Abusers can change if they really love their partner
False, love isn’t enough to stop abuse; professional help and accountability are needed
You hear yelling from your neighbor’s apartment and someone crying
Call someone you trust or report it anonymously, don’t ignore it.
Your partner gets mad when you post pictures with friends and demands you take them down.
Red Flag (this is possessive and manipulative)
True or False: Most people in abusive relationships leave quickly
False, many stay due to fear, finances, kids, or emotional manipulation
A friend confides in you that they’re scared of their partner but doesn’t want you to tell anyone
Tell a trusted adult or support service, you can’t ignore something that serious, even if it’s hard.