Red Flags 🚩
They constantly text or call and get upset if you don’t answer right away.
What is possessive or controlling behavior?
They listen when you talk, support your goals, and respect your space.
What is a healthy relationship?
What do the letters in STD stand for?
What is Sexually Transmitted Disease?
Saying yes clearly and willingly, every time.
What does “consent” mean?
Your friend’s boyfriend yells at her and she says “he’s just protective.”
Talk to her gently and let her know it’s not okay. Encourage her to talk to a trusted adult.
They criticize what you wear or who you hang out with.
What is manipulation or jealousy?
They apologize when they mess up and work to fix it.
What is emotional maturity and accountability?
Name one STD that can be cured with antibiotics.
What is chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis?
Stop — no consent, no continued action.
What does say, “no,” mean?
You want to break up, but your partner says they’ll hurt themselves if you leave.
Get help immediately — talk to a counselor or adult. You are not responsible for their actions.
They say “you’re nothing without me” or “no one else would want you.”
What is emotional abuse?
They say “I love you” but guilt you into doing things you’re uncomfortable with.
What is manipulation, not love?
Can someone have an STD and show no symptoms?
Yes, many STDs can be silent.
Can you take back consent if you feel uncomfortable?
Yes, you can withdraw consent at any time.
You’re in a relationship, but you don’t feel safe saying no.
That’s not okay — talk to someone you trust. Consent is your right.
They physically push, grab, or hit you, but say it’s your fault.
What is physical abuse or gaslighting?
They act different around friends and seem ashamed of your relationship.
What is a sign they’re not being genuine?
Which STD has no cure but can be managed with medicine?
What is herpes or HIV?
Can someone consent if they are drunk, high, or asleep?
No, consent must be sober, conscious, and clear.
You think you might have been exposed to an STD.
Go to a clinic or doctor and get tested as soon as possible.
They monitor your social media, go through your phone, or stalk your location.
What is digital abuse or controlling behavior?
They say “you don’t need anyone else but me.”
What is isolating behavior or codependency?
How can you protect yourself from STDs?
Abstinence, condoms, getting tested, honest communication
They protect your emotional, physical, and mental well-being.
Why are boundaries important in relationships?
A friend confides in you about abuse.
Listen, believe them, and encourage them to talk to a trusted adult or report it.