Types of abuse
When an individual uses their ability or influence to limit or control your rights, freedoms, cause harm and/or distress to you.
Abuse definition
Your mom's boyfriend wants to talk to you alone. You don't know him very well and he makes you uncomfortable and nervous. What do you do?
Negative
Tell him "NO" Then, go find your mom to share how you're feeling about her new boyfriend.
game that is played through the internet or on a computer console.
On-line video game
both people feel a healthy sense of self
Healthy relationship
Who you should call if you are in immediate danger.
911, crisis text line
Act that results in physical injury and/or pain.
Physical Abuse
Standing up for yourself, stating your feelings, and expressing your wants and needs.
Positive
You should always tell others how you feel and stand up for yourself.different avenues for social media
Snap chat, facebook, Instagram etc
who should you tell where you are going and when you will be back?
Someone you trust
If someone asks you to keep their abuse a secret, what should you do?
Tell a trusted adult or file a report.
They might be mad at first, but it's more important to keep them safe and free from abuse.
Destructive form of communication. Criticisms or insults.
Verbal Abuse
Someone tells you things to make you afraid to share your thoughts, feelings, and wants.
Negative
This person is trying to control you and you should share this with someone you trust.
examples of unsafe situations
Walking alone, being in an unfamiliar location
What should you trust within yourself?
Gut and instincts
What do you have the right to be free and safe from?
Abuse!
Touching you inappropriately without your consent or sexually assaulting you
Sexual Abuse
Someone yells at you and calls you all kinds of horrible names to make you feel bad about yourself.
Negative
This is verbal/emotional abuse and should be reported.
Examples of high-risk behaviors
drugs, alcohol, going to a party
What is the one word you should you say if you are uncomfortable, or don't like something.
NO
Is abuse ever the victim's fault?
NO!! People who are abusive need help!
When basic needs are not fulfilled. You are hungry or cold.
Neglect definition
You helped your mom/or/dad make a grocery list and they brought home several items you asked for. You make a big dinner with your mom/or/dad and it's delicious. When you're done eating you feel like taking a nap in your nice warm bed.
Positive
This is an example of your parents providing for your basic needs like eating, drinking and a safe place to sleep.
susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm.
definition of vulnerable
What should you do if something seems too good to be true?
Ask questions, be wary
the action or fact of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work.
Definition of exploitation