Ch 19 Relationships Flashcards
What is one way for teens to get to know each other ?
Dating
Interest in dating and in serious relationships usually ____ during the teen years
Increases
Why do some teens date ?
Want to develop friendships
To find companionship and support
Explore the characteristics they would like in a future spouse
What are the benefits of dating in your teen years ?
Allows you to find out what different types of people u like
Helps you find out whom u relate most easily to
Learn how to resolve disagreements and communicate more effectively
Enrich life by providing emotional support during a challenging period of your life
What happens when teen dating relationships become more serious
They become more difficult
What does engaging in sexual activity poses a risk to?
Emotional and physical health
What is sexual activity?
Any activity that includes intentional sexual contact for the purpose of sexual arousal
What is one of the most important ways to create and sustain healthy relationships?
Refrain from sexual activity
What is the first step in a healthy relationship?
Treat the people you date with respect and require that they treat you with respect
How to healthy relationships develop?
They develop gradually
Explain the step of initial attraction
Two people are attracted to each other and want to get to know each other better
Explain the friendship stage
As the two people get to know each other better , they find they have some things in common
Explain the close friendship stage
The two people get to know each others values and feelings and enjoy doing things together. This stage is considered dating
Explain the deep friendship stage
The two people confide in, trust and support each other. This is considered “going steady”
Explain the lifelong love stage
Two people feel they can commit to each other for life. This relationship may lead to marriage