Healthy Relationships
True or False: Healthy Relationships make you feel unsafe, pressured, overwhelmed, and make fun of others.
False. UNHEALTHY relationships make you feel unsafe, pressured, overwhelmed, and make fun of others.
True or False: Unhealthy Relationships are relationships that needs to change or end if you feel used, ignored, or unappreciated.
True.
Are conflict and fighting the same thing?
Nope. These are two different things. Conflict is a broader disagreement whereas Fighting is more active and more heated from that Conflict.
True or False: Healthy dating relationships include mutual honesty, respect, and feeling of safety for boundaries and well-being.
True.
What are relationships?
Connections that people form and maintain with others.
Name a characteristic of a healthy relationship.
-Honesty
-Trust
-Respect
-Care, commitment, support
-Emotional control
-Understanding
-Safety
-Interpersonal Skills
Name a characteristic of an unhealthy relationship.
-Threats
-Mocking, making fun of
-Discouraging
-Not respecting boundaries
-Feeling unsafe
-Feeling used, ignored, unappreciated
-Constantly excusing
Definition: Conflict resolution is the process of _________________ a disagreement or dispute between parties
Resolving
Name a reason why people date.
-Companionship: Enjoying time together.
-Exploration: Discovering preferences and values.
-Emotional Connection: Sharing feelings and support.
What is consent?
-Direct, verbal, freely given agreement that occurs when someone clearly says yes.
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Who can relationships be with? Name 3.
-Acquaintances
-Friend
-Best Friend
-Boyfriend/Girlfriend
-Marriage
-Family
-Parent
-Child
-Sibling
What are the two types of communication? (Hint: one includes talking and the other includes eye contact.)
Verbal and nonverbal communication
Name a reason why conflict resolution is important.
-Promotes Healthy Relationships
-Encourages Communication Skills
-Builds Trust/Respect
-Reduces Stress and Anxiety
-Prepares for Future Challenges
Name one of the three forms of dating violence.
-Physical Violence: Hitting, slapping, sexual assault, or other forms.
-Emotional Abuse: Manipulation, threats, and emotional harm.
-Verbal Abuse: Insults, yelling, harassment
What the DANGERS of not properly resolving a conflict?
1.It can damage relationships.
2.Lead to an escalation (worsening) of the conflict.
3.Can cause stress.
Give an example of a professional/work relationship.
-Boss and employee
-Teacher and students
-Classmates working together
-Mentors and Mentees
-Coworkers
-Colleagues
Give an example of positive peer pressure.
-A friend may encourage someone to study for an upcoming class.
-Encouraging friends to get a job
-Motivating a friend to go to the gym.
-Encouraging friends to eat healthier.
Name one of the things you should DO to avoid conflict.
-Control your emotions
-Stay calm
-Control your tone of voice
-Ignore the small things
-Use humor
Name one of the three risk factors for dating violence.
-Previous Abuse: History of violence in relationships.
-Substance Abuse: Increased risk associated with alcohol and drugs.
-Peer Influence: Pressure from friends to behave violently.
Name a step to resolve Conflict.
1.Identify the Problem
2. Communicate Openly
3. Listen Actively
4. Explore Solutions
5. Agree on a Solution
6. Follow-up
Define acquaintances and provide an example of this relationship.
-Definition: Casual relationships with people you know, but are not close to.
-Classmates you sit next to, but don't spend time outside of school.
-Neighbors you wave to, but don't know well.
-Teammates you don't talk to.
Give an example of a way that you can help maintain healthy relationships with a parent or guardian.
-Get approval before making plans
-If you disagree with them, calmly explain why you feel that way
-Follow their rules even if you disagree
-Do not resort to yelling and don't walk away from them
-Spend time with them
Name 1 out of the 5 stages of conflict.
-Stage 1: Tension Builds
-Stage 2: Communication Break Down
-Stage 3: Open Conflict
-Stage 4: Resolution Attempts
-Stage 5: Resolution or Escalation
Name one of the three ways to communicate about consent.
- Be Direct: Clearly ask for consent.
- Respect Responses: Understand that “no” means no.
- Check In: Regularly ask for feedback during interactions.
Name a conflict resolution style with a pro and con of it.
Avoiding:
o Pros: No confrontation
o Cons: Issues remain unresolved
Accommodating:
o Pros: Maintains harmony
o Cons: Your needs may be ignored
Competing:
o Pros: Quick decisions
o Cons: May damage relationships
Compromising:
o Pros: Fair solutions for both parties
o Cons: May not fully satisfy either side
Collaborating:
o Pros: Best for all parties
o Cons: Requires time and effort