Dating
What are 2 examples of good dating behavior?
Being prompt
Courtesy
Politeness
Observing parents dating rules
What are 3 characteristics that defines a person’s quality when looking for the right person?
Unselfish
Treats others well
Tolerant and respectful
Similar morals and values
Fun to be with
Respects himself or herself
What is the meaning of abstinence?
The conscious decision not to participate in sexual activity and the skills to support it.
Internal and ___________ pressures can cause teens to become sexually active.
external
What are 2 risks of being sexually active?
Social and emotional consequences
Unplanned pregnancy
Sexually transmitted STDs).
Name 3 dating apps that are popular in Thailand.
ThaiFriendly, ThaiCupid, ThaiFlirting, Tinder
What are 3 characteristics of a unhealthy relationships?
Someone hurts you physically or emotionally
Someone doesn’t respect your morals and values
Makes you feel badly about yourself
Jealousy and possessiveness
What is an (STD)?
A sexually transmitted disease.
You can refuse someone’s sexual advances both verbally and _______________ .
nonverbally
Why are teen pregnancies hard on the mother’s health?
Babies born to teen mothers are more likely to suffer from health problems
Babies are also more likely to be born premature and to have low birth weight
Babies with low birth weights are more likely to have physical and mental problems than babies with normal birth weights are.
Why is dating in groups a good idea?
Allows you to get to know the other person without the pressure of being alone.
Reduces pressure to participate in high-risk behaviors such as sexual activity or using alcohol or drugs.
Having good ______________ and treating others well are two things that you can do to maintain a healthy relationship with your partner.
character
What are 3 social benefits of abstinence?
The freedom to pursue a variety of friendships
Less complicated relationships
Better relationships with parents and other trusted adults
The chance to learn to build strong lasting relationships based on mutual trust and respect
Better reputation among peers
What is pressure a person feels from another person to become involved in a behavior?
A) external pressure
B) protective factor
C) internal pressure
A) external pressure
The risks of teen sexual activity can be avoided by practicing ____________.
abstinence
What were 2 factors about dating in early America?
Most teenagers didn’t go to high school
Travel was difficult
Young people often met at church on Sunday or a dance on Saturday night
Teenagers usually worked on the farm or with the family business
Early marriage was accepted and demanded by society
What are two suggestions you shouldn't do for dating behavior
Don't always insist on being the one to decide what to do.
Don't focus only on having a good-looking or popular boyfriend or girlfriend.
Don't be manipulative or arrogant.
Don't cause difficulty by going against the wishes of your parents or your date's parents
What are 3 emotional benefits of abstinence?
Being free from worry and stress about sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy
Allowing time to develop maturity needed to make important decisions
Avoid being manipulated or used by others
Having increased sense of self-control and self-respect
Staying true to your personal values, such as respect, honesty, and morality
What are 3 risk factors that can influence sexual activity?
Alcohol and drugs
Dating older people
Sexually active friends
Previous sexual activity
Teen parents must make social, personal, educational and _________________ sacrifices.
financial
What should you do to get over a breakup?
Stay in touch with your friends and do the things that you enjoy doing most. If you feel seriously depressed for more than a few days, speak with an adult who you feel you can confide in.
Developing relationships with others of the same age is part of forming your own ___________________.
identity
How can being sexually abstinent help you achieve your future goals?
Can more easily focus on school and on accomplishing long-term personal, family, and career goals.
Allow you to enter into a long-term relationship without any worry exposing your family to an STD.
What are 3 ways to show someone affection other than by being sexually active?
Making each other inexpensive gifts
Spending time in conversation
Being together
Support the person during good times and bad times
Sharing common interests
Supporting each other’s individual interests
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are infectious diseases that are spread by sexual contact, such as ______________.
HIV/AIDS