Communication
What is one way to ensure that you and your partner/friend are communicating effectively?
Be honest, listen, ask questions
Your partner/friend gets angry when you talk to your family. What type of relationship is this?
Unhealthy Relationship
Is conflict the same thing as fighting?
No
Who can you contact in an emergency if you are worried about your safety or the safety of someone else?
The Police or 911
What are some indicators of healthy relationships?
Respect, trust, honesty, and communication
Where can you go, on campus, to work on communication skills, either individually or with your partner/friend?
UNK Counseling and Health Care
Your partner/friend encourages you to pursue your dreams. What type of relationship is this?
Healthy Relationship
What is one unhealthy way to engage in conflict?
Yelling, shouting, blaming, or hitting
Who can you contact on campus if you want to talk to someone about your relationship?
UNK Counseling & Health Care or Women's Center
Who can be in an unhealthy relationship?
Anyone
What is something you should notice or pay attention to when having a conversation with your partner/friend?
Nonverbal communication
Your partner/friend supports your interests and passions by attending events that you are involved in (ex: musical concerts, sporting events, or community service events). What kind of relationship is this?
Healthy Relationship
What is one way you can avoid making your partner/friend defensive when talking about a difficult issue?
Use "I" statements, talk about your own feelings, try to understand where the other person is coming from, avoid accusing the other person
Can sexual assault occur between two people who know each other?
Yes
Is it healthy to be separately involved in activities or organizations outside of your relationship?
Yes
What are some signs that you are not communicating effectively with your partner/friend?
Not feeling comfortable or being afraid to express wants, needs, fears, etc.., or dreading/avoiding conversations about difficult topics
Your partner/friend makes you feel like every problem in your relationship is always your fault. What type of relationship is this?
Unhealthy Relationship
What is something you can do to cool down during a disagreement?
Take a time-out from the disagreement or limit your discussion time
What is an off campus resource that you can use if you are involved in an unhealthy relationship?
SAFE Center
What is something you can do to ensure that you are taking care of yourself and keeping your sanity in a relationship?
Keep balance in your life (ex: between a relationship, friends, family, school/classes, work, and other activities)
What is the key to many successful relationships that helps to navigate conflict and happy times?
Communication
Your partner/friend is constantly keeping tabs on what you are doing and who you are with. What kind of relationship is this?
Unhealthy Relationship
What are some things that can turn a conflict into a fight?
Making threats, giving ultimatums (ex: Do this, or else!), accusing without listening, not being willing to apologize or take the blame, getting physical with your partner/friend
Can sexual assault occur between two people who are in a relationship with each other?
Yes
You start off with a solid foundation for a healthy relationship with your partner/friend. What is something that you can acknowledge that will help your relationship grow?
Discuss expectations, have realistic expectations, and realize that relationships and people change (so be flexible!)