healthy relationships Flashcards
relationship
connection between two or more people or groups of people
types of relationships
- family
- professional
- friendships
- intimate
- online
- teachers, coaches, mentors
family
- provide love, security and support (usually)
- wide variety of structures
- 4 main styles of parents
types of parents
- authoritarian
- authoritative
- permissive
- uninvolved
friendships
- based on common interests
- can be long lasting or short
- offer support in difficult times
- help with decision making
- can be good or bad influences
online
- can form negative or positive relationships
- can be an effective way to stay in touch
- can be dangerous (catfishing etc,)
intimate
- strong emotions/physical attraction
- desire to spend a large amount of time with that person
- can become sexual after a time
- differ for everyone
teachers coaches mentors
- important in a young persons support network
- provide positive role models
professional
- colleagues, managers
- spend a lot of time in a work environment
- need to be supportive and open
- good communication, trust and respect
characteristics of a healthy relationship
- respect
- equality
- saftey
- empathy
- honesty
- trust
- loyalty
communication
- verbal: conveying a message through talking and listening
- non-verbal: use of body language through facial expressions and tone of voice
how to be a good communicator
- eye contact
- asking questions
- maintain appropriate distance to allow personal space
- speak at an appropriate volume
- show interest in the person by listening carefully and being involved
- use spoken and body language appropriate to the situation
types of abuse in unhealthy relationships
- physical
- sexual
- emotional
can impact all dimensions of h&w. usually people are too scared to leave
physical abuse
- hiting
- biting
- kicking
- punching
sexual abuse
- unwanted touching
- unwanted sexual activity
emotional abuse
- repeated insults
- put downs
- lack of affection
- financial abuse
- social isolation
impact of healthy relationships on physical h&w (positive)
- play sports with friends and family
- no injuries from physical violence or abuse
impact of healthy relationships on emotional h&w (positive)
- able to recognize and manage emotions
- good communication skills relating to emotions
impact of healthy relationships on social h&w (positive)
- offers support ti each other
- ability to communicate well
- adapt and manage to different social situations
impact of healthy relationships on mental h&w (positive)
- low stress levels
- anxiety reduced by being cared for by others
- being supported builds self-esteem + confidence
impact of healthy relationships on spiritual h&w (positive)
- sense of belonging is fostered
- feeling of connectedness
- meaning and purpose developed
impact of unhealthy relationships on physical h&w (negative)
- can result in physical injuries
- decreased physical activity + poor diet can affect body weight
impact of unhealthy relationships on emotional h&w (negative)
- being isolated can result in heightened stress and anxiety can impact mood
- limit support for emotional distress
impact of unhealthy relationships on social h&w (negative)
- isolation can result in damaged friendships
- social withdrawal
impact of unhealthy relationships on mental h&w (negative)
- aggressive behaviour can result in damaged self esteem and anxiety
impact of unhealthy relationships on spiritual h&w (negative)
- loss of sense of belonging
- loss of sense of meaning and purpose
respect
the consideration of others’ feelings, opinions, rights and needs
trust
the feeling of having
confidence in another person and feeling emotionally and physically safe around them
honesty
the quality of being honest — choosing not to lie, deceive or cheat
loyalty
the quality of being faithful to others. It also means that people stick by each other and provide support and consistency even through
challenging times.
empathy
he ability to understand and share the feelings
of another
safety
the state of being free from danger, either physically or emotionally
equality
the state of being equal, whereby all people involved in a relationship are valued and able to contribute to and take from the relationship. They have the same expectations of the relationship.
