Dating violence
The Sexual Assault Nurse (SANE) program and Center for Protective Environment (COPE) of Otero and Lincoln County New Mexico are sponsoring a viewing of the world premiere documentary “Dating Violence” on September 7. Go to the Southern New Mexico Wellness Alliance Facebook page for details.
Teen dating violence is a serious public health problem. I was recently made aware of a new music video by Eminem featuring Rihanna. The song is titled: “Love the Way you Lie.” It can be viewed on U-tube. I really like the music–the tune is very catchy. There are important messages in the video and music. I would like to speak to specific lyrics that bring up current issues that promote violence. Rihanna sings “Just gonna stand there and watch me burn. That”s alright because I like the way it hurts. Just gonna stand there and watch me cry. That”s alright because I like the way you lie.” Eminem sings: “She hates me and I love it. You ever love somebody so much…I love you too much to walk away. If she ever tries to leave again I”m gonna tie her to the bed and set this house on fire.
The audience for this music can be vulnerable to messages that can be interpreted that violence is okay. I will be posting ”personal rights” in the website under the “prevention” tab. These “personal rights” reflect a “healthy” lifestyle.