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HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS
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Reasons for Dating Fun and enjoyable Friendship and intimacy Companionship and emotional support Learn how to communicate and resolve conflict effectively Explore characteristics you would like in a future partner or spouse
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Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships Healthy RelationshipUnhealthy Relationship EqualityControl HonestyDishonesty Physical safetyPhysical abuse RespectDisrespect ComfortIntimidation Sexual respectfulnessSexual abuse IndependenceDependence HumorHostility Choose Respect Initiative, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Small Group Discussion What qualities do you look for in someone you want to date? Do men and women want the same things? If there are differences, what are they? What is the best and the most difficult parts about having a relationship? How do you create healthy, satisfying relationships?
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Look for a dating partner who: Is honest Is unselfish Treats you and others well Is tolerant and respectful Has similar values Is fun to be with Respects himself / herself
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Are You Date-able? What makes someone Date- Able? Find out if you have the skills to date successfully. Take the Are You Date-Able? Quiz
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Developing Healthy Relationships Use the handout Choose Respect: Developing Healthy Relationships: A Role for Youth to discuss 8 key skills (on the following slide) required by both partners in a healthy relationship. Can you identify behaviors for each skill. What does this skill look like? Sound like?
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Healthy Relationships Skills Controlling Anger Problem-solving Negotiating and Compromising Being Assertive Fighting Fair Understanding Listening Being a Role Model Choose Respect Initiative, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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RESPECTFUL DATING BEHAVIOR
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Dating in Groups People often begin a relationship by dating in groups Movies, dances, or sporting events Get to know the other person without the pressure of being alone Learn how your partner treats other people
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Playing it Safe Activity 1. Cut out cards from the handout Playing it Safe. 2. Divide into groups of 4-5 students. 3. One person from each group randomly selects a card. 4. Discuss the situations on the cards using the following questions: 1. How serious is this situation? What are the risks? 2. Has a situation like this ever happened to you or a friend? 3. What did people do to help? Was it helpful? 4. Role-play what you would do. Give each person a role.
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Follow the Rules Respect the rules your parents and your partner’s parents have for dating Know your own and your partner’s sexual limits
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Ending a Relationship Most dating relationships that begin in adolescence eventually end Hurt, frustration, anger, and sometimes a sense of relief can make break-ups feel over-whelming Use the What Apps Will You Choose? handout to help you navigate the process
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What Apps Will You Choose? Avoid spreading rumors about your ex Don’t repeatedly check your ex’s Facebook, etc. Make plans with family, friends, new people Avoid calling and texting your ex Listen to music that makes you feel better Get enough rest, do things you enjoy Delete embarrassing or harmful pictures of your ex Boston Commission on Public Health
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After a Break-up… Write a goodbye letter you won’t send Talk to a parent, counselor or trusted adult Remember you will feel better eventually
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