1. Teen Relationships
What it means to be in relationship and the steps it takes to make it healthy…

2. Do now:
List 5 positive characteristics to look for in a dating partner. Identify 2 of those characteristics that are most important to you and explain why.

3. What does “dating” mean today??
“DATING” means different things to different people, particularly across generations. -It can be two people in an intimate relationship; it can be serious or casual; committed or open; short-term or long-term. -What does dating mean to YOU? To TEENS? “DATING” TODAY: ? ?
#EVERYTHING
“talking”
“break-up season” ?
“cuffing season” ?
“snap” video’s/pics ? ?
SELFIES

4. Role of Social Media in relationships
SNAPCHAT
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
TWITTER
How do you think social media influences relationships? Positively? Negatively?

5. Importance of teen relationships
So… Why do Teens “date”?? *Explore charateristics you would like in a future spouse * Get to know each other *Develop friendships *Companionship *Support * ....???

6. Looking for the right person
What traits should you look for in a “dating” partner: Can you think of any other traits?
These traits can help in following in a path of a healthy relationship!!

8. AVOIDING the wrong person
What signs or traits might someone show that could lead to the “wrong” type of dating partner? - Controlling - Selfishness - Dependency - Abuse (physical, mental, emotional) - Jealousy - Obsessive - Lack of Trust - Poor Communication

10. *ACTIVITY*
work with a partner or small group of 3
Think of a TV Show or Movie you like to watch. Think about a couple that is portrayed in that show or movie. Do you think you can positively identify the traits of this couple?
Time to put your skills to the test….
Identify the TV Show or Movie
Identify the Couple
List 3 good traits the couples shares/shows
List 3 poor traits the couple shares/shows
Do you think this couple is in a healthy or unhealthy relationship? EXPLAIN.
Please use your iPad for help

11. Appropriate dating behavior
Don’ts of dating
DO’s of dating
*Focus on getting to know one another *Be respectful of your dates wishes and independence *Be polite in your communication *Be clear when expressing your desires
-Don’t be manipulative or arrogant -Don’t go against your dates wishes -Don’t be disrespectful to your date
What else should we include in these two lists??

12. assignments 1.) Complete Section 1 Review Page 459 #2-9 in notebook.
- We will review this at the end of the period.
2.) Complete review worksheet
“Teen Relationships”
-Hand in once completed. This is a graded assignment.