Intimate Partner Violence: Facilitating the Recognition of Yellow Flags as Early Indicators of Red Flags

Purpose: The purpose of this article is to share classroom teaching methods for introducing and teaching the recognition of the progression of intimate partner violence patterns. Methods: Students are taken through activities to facilitate the recognition of yellow flags and red flags in intimate partner relationships. Students are assessed for knowledge retention and understanding as well as practical application of the information. Conclusions: After completing this lesson, students are able to identify and apply the progression of yellow flags to red flags in interpersonal relationships. The students are able to successfully retain knowledge and demonstrate the practical application of the information.