Something that is important and often guides behaviors.
What is a value
100
How do men get out of the "man box"?
Not go along with the images that the man box portrays. Express their emotional side.
100
List three types of love
What is agape, philia and eros
100
Identify four types of abuse
What is physical, mental, sexual, emotional
100
What are three styles of communication and which one is ideal?
What is aggressive,a ssertive and passive.
Assertive is ideal!
200
The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character. When two of these clash, conflict arises.
What is personality
200
What influence might images of tough or aggressive behaviors have on viewers?
That it is acceptable or desireable to be tough or aggressive
200
Is jealousy a healthy emotion? Explain
Yes, it is how it is expressed that can be unhealthy
200
Two words to describe an abusive relationship
What is power and control
200
Difference between verbal and nonverbal communication. Which one is louder?
Verbal is what you say and nonverbal is your body language.
The body language is louder
300
List five of the eight multiple intelligences that make up the different learnings style.
What is kinesthetic, visual, analytical/logical, spacial, intrapersonal, interpersonal, linguistic, naturalist.
300
Think of typical expectations of women in our society. How do they compare with our expectations of men?
Both expectations are unrealistic and create an unrealistic image of healthy relationships.
300
What effect do emotions have on relationships?
Emotions have the power to change a present situation into another. Relationship future is usually determined by how the partners control and express their emotions.
300
Four warming signs of dating violence and/or abuse
What is isolation, intimidation, jealousy, abuse, threats, harassment, humiliation, violating your privacy
300
Three things that make a good listener
What is eye contact, listen without talking, asking clarifying questions, affirmations
400
Describe the difference between self esteem and self concept and how one can increase their self esteem.
Self esteem is a feeling of pride in yourself.
Self concept is the individual beliefs one has of themselves. Self esteem needs to come within yourself however surrounding yourself around positive and supportive people can help increase your self esteem
400
How do media messages impact or affect relationships?
If someone agrees with the stereotyped images of what is expected to be masculine or feminine, then they will have unrealistic expectations in relationships.
400
What are the stages that relationships can go through?
What is meeting, the chase, honeymoon, comfortable, tolerance, downhill, breaking up
400
What are good things to say to a friend who confides in you about an abusive relationship.
"I'm glad you told me",
"I'm sorry this happened",
"I believe you",
"How can I/we help you feel safer",
"I'll support your decision"
400
Give an appropriate I message to the following situation. Your friend who you carpool with is always late.
What is " I feel very frustrated when this happens,” or "I really need you to be more punctual"or "I find this very irritating and really would like you to let me know in advance when you think our plans are not going to work out"
500
How does knowing your learning styles, values and/or personality affect or impact your relationships?
Improved self concept leads to healthier relationships. It could help you understand your partner and what things you have in common and what things are different.
500
Does the media reflect or create the ideal image of beauty in our society? Explain your answer.
Create - people look to advertisements, movies, television to see what is acceptable and beautiful and make comparisons to themselves.
500
What steps would you take to repair the relationship if you want to avoid breakup?
answers will vary but should include: communication, respect, understanding, trust, emotional understanding
500
What are the two most important things that you can do if someone you know is being abused?
The first thing is to listen and the second thing is to believe and provide support.
500
Explain a communication strategy that will help avoid moving from argumentativeness to aggressiveness.
1. Stress the specific areas of dissagreements rather than generalizing.
2. Creating arguments on issues rather than personalities.
3. Allow each person to express their feelings and opinions without judgement.
4. Compromise - it is ok to disagree. We don't have to be right all the time!