Erin's Law
Who helped Erin?
High school teacher
What is consent?
Permission or an agreement to do something
T/F - The main difference between sexual assault and sexual abuse is the degree of force used
False
What are the two types of communication?
Verbal and Nonverbal
Name 3 qualities in an unhealthy relationship
Dishonest, Controlling, Jealousy
When did this happen to Erin?
Elementary, Middle and High School
If you are given consent for one thing, does that give you consent for everything else?
No
DAILY DOUBLE
T/F - Someone without a significant other is more likely to commit sexual assault
False - Most assailants have a consensual partner
What are examples of nonverbal communication?
Name 3 qualities in a healthy relationship
Respectful, Trust, Supporting
What is Erin's full name?
Erin Merryn
Can someone consent to something without knowing all of the details?
No
T/F - It's not considered sexual assault unless you actually have intercourse
False - The law states that sexual assault is "penetration, however slight"
DAILY DOUBLE
How can we show someone that we are fully listening to them?
Active listening - eye contact, facing them, full attention on them
How can you respect the other persons boundaries in your relationship?
Active listening, asking clarifying questions, pay attention to body language
What is Erin's Law keeping us safe from?
Inappropriate touches, child sexual abuse
DAILY DOUBLE
What is FRIES?
Freely given
Reversible
Informed
Enthusiastic
Specific
T/F - Sexual assault is most likely to happen in a dark parking lot
False - most likely in a home
What is an example of unhealthy communication?
Yelling, bullying, or starting rumors
Who can you go to for help if you are in an unhealthy relationship?
Mandated Reporters (Teacher or counselor)
Trusted Adult (Family member or a friends' parents)
What was the coping skill Erin used?
Journaling
When would someone not be able to give consent?
Asleep/unconscious, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, a minor, or incapacitated due to a mental disability
T/F - Men who rape have serious phycological problems
False - Rape is a crime of power and control
Why is communication important in relationships?
Understand one another, respect each other's boundaries
DAILY DOUBLE
What should you do if you think you are unsafe in your relationship?
Trust your gut, ask trusted adults for help, plan how you are going to breakup with them