respectful relationships Flashcards
List factors that make up personal identity
Factors that make up personal identity are your social relations, your hobbies and your goals/ambitions etc…
List and describe the LGBTQIA+ acronym
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual
Define the difference between sex, gender and sexuality
Sex: sex you are assigned at birth; the physical traits you are born with
Sexuality: what gender you are attracted to
gender: social constructs of women and men, for e.g norms, roles and relationships. gender is how we see ourself
List qualities and factors that define a positive relationship
trust, equality, power, respect, honesty, freedom
Explain the importance of communication within relationships
communication can avoid misunderstandings, build trust, resolve conflicts and build further intimacy.
Distinguish between healthy and unhealthy relationships
Healthy relationships are based on mutual respect, trust, communication and support.
Unhealthy relationships are characterized by lack of respect, control, abuse and manipulation.
Identify warning signs of an unhealthy relationship
when they actively try to control you, are not honest and upfront, do not respect you or treat you like an equal.
Describe strategies for maintaining a healthy relationship
always communicating (this will help avoid misunderstandings), respecting each other, supporting each other and accepting each other’s flaws, and the flaws in relationships and work to improve them.
Explain different techniques to use for resolving conflict
recognizing that everyone has biased fairness perceptions, avoid escalation tensions with threats and provocative moves, overcome an ‘‘us versus them” mentality, look beneath the surface to identify deeper issues and separate sacred from pseudo-sacred issues.
Identify characteristics of respectful behavior, including rights and responsibilities
Respectful behavior encompasses recognizing and valuing the rights and responsibilities of individuals. It involves active listening, empathy, and open-mindedness. Respect includes honoring personal boundaries, treating others with kindness, and refraining from discrimination or prejudice.
Explain the laws of consent in Victoria
under 12 No one can have sex with you or touch you sexually or perform a sexual act in front of you, 14-15, Only a person who is within TWO calendar years of your age can have sex with you or touch you sexually. Even if you both want to do it, it is illegal if there is more than a 24 month age gap between you. No one who is caring for you or supervising you (e.g. a teacher, youth worker, doctor, sports coach, foster carer) can have sex with you or touch you sexually, even if you agree16-17, No one who is caring for you or supervising you (e.g. a teacher, youth worker, doctor, sports coach, foster carer) can have sex with you or touch you sexually, even if you agree. 18+ basically everyone except for certain people such as your doctor, close family members, etc..
Evaluate scenarios to determine whether consent is evident
e.g when your partner wants to have sexual intimacy but he has to ask consent to you first otherwise it’s basically harassment despite being in a relationship.
