Narrative: Dating Violence Scenario 3, Scene 2

Janice and Hannah go out to lunch and shopping one Saturday afternoon. Trent has called and texted Hannah at least 15 times during the lunch. Janice asks Hannah what is so urgent that he cannot wait until after they are done with their lunch. Hannah just says it’s nothing and tries to change the subject. Hannah is afraid to tell her mom that Trent is asking where she is, who she is with, and doesn’t believe her when she says she is out with her mom. She is afraid that if she tells her mom the truth about Trent, that her mom will not like Trent anymore.

What should Hannah do?

Decision A: Hannah confides in her mom that the texts and calls are overwhelming and making her nervous. She wants to distance herself from Trent, but doesn’t know where to start.

Decision B: Hannah does not tell her mom anything. She thinks that the constant checking up on her is just his way of being protective and showing that he cares.