True or False: 7% of middle school students will call the police if they are in an abusive relationship.
True.
Does it always have to be physical abuse?
No.
What is the definition of infatuation?
Obsessive love.
What is one boundary you can set to make sure you don't stay in an abusive relationship?
If he abuses me in any way then I'll end the relationship right away.
How many communication styles have we discussed?
Four
True or False: In a survey done in 2005, 30% of the girls in a relationship said their boyfriend threatened violence if they broke up.
False.
What kind of abuse involves money?
Financial.
What is the definition of love?
When you love someone unconditionally
What is abstinence?
When you chose not to take risky behaviors.
This style of communication avoids conflict, fears rocking the boat, and puts others' needs first
Passive
True or False: If your partner yells at you, or gets very frustrated with you, it is a sign that always says "time to find someone else".
False, just because he/she argues with you a little bit, doesn't mean you need to leave him/her.
What kind of abuse involves friends and family?
Social.
Is love one-sided?
Love is not one-sided.
At this age (14 & 15 ), is it reasonable to have boundaries?
Yes, it is reasonable to have boundaries around this age.
_______ is a dominate type of communication and expresses needs forcefully
Aggressive
True or False: In an abusive relationship, your partner will always be physically violent.
False, they may only yell at you or put you down, but they don't always physically hurt you
Name four types of abuse.
Mental emotional, social, financial, sexual, spiritual, social media, physical and verbal.
Is infatuation always unhealthy?
no
What are boundaries?
Boundaries are guidelines to protect yourself from an abusive relationship. (Or an unhealthy relationship in general)
This communication style clearly expresses needs/feelings respectfully and values mutual respect.
Assertive
True or False: If your partner abuses you, it is usually physically
False. It is just as likely to be emotional or verbal.
How do you help a friend who is being abused in a relationship?
You can ask them questions about their relationship, tell them that nobody deserves to be abused, refer them to a trusted adult, and point them to resources.
What are two signs of a healthy relationship?
Trust, respect, honesty, etc.
What are two of your boundaries?
Not controlling, understands my values, there is no violence, etc...
Indirectly expresses negative feelings, may use sarcasm or subtle sabotage.
Passive-Aggressive