Relationships The student will be able to… Explain what friendship is and how it is important Describe four qualities of healthy friendships

Relationship A bond or connection you have with other people Think of different types of relationships.

Family Relationship The basic unit of society  A group of people who are related to each other  A person’s children  A group of related people including people who lived in the past

Friendships A significant relationship based on trust, acceptance and common interests or values Are there different types of friendship?

Casual Friendships: Often short-term relationships Occur because people go to the same school, live in the same neighborhood, or have interests in common

Close Friendships: Often long-term relationships Forming close relationships with others who have share similar goals, values or interests and complimenting personality traits

Importance…?  Honest reactions  Encouragement  Understanding  Security  Sense of belonging  Love/support  Positivity  Good times Helps you build self-esteem and learn about yourself

“Box of Qualities” Activity In your notes, draw a rectangular box Inside the box, write down the qualities you look for in a friend

Problems in Friendships Some possible problems that can occur:  Envy/Jealousy  Cruelty  Cliques :  Peer Pressure narrow, exclusive group of people