The text notes that inappropriate and dangerous behaviors may take a physical or emotional form and that these behaviors are unnecessary, inappropriate, and sometimes illegal. Adolescents are particularly at risk due to their willingness to take risks, their reluctance to ask for information or advice, rigid ideas of male and female roles, the belief that any relationship is better than no relationship, and problems in managing conflicts. They should recognize that any behavior that hurts or scares them is not love. Causes of violence in a dating relationship include growing up in a violent family, regularly using force to solve problems, alcohol or other drug use, playing with weapons, low self-esteem, strong ideas about male and female roles, and dangerous attitudes. Both parents and youth should be informed about the nature of dating violence and recognize that it can occur in any cultural, religious, or socioeconomic group. Sources of help include local domestic assault programs, courts, and battered women's programs