healthy relationships Flashcards
(33 cards)
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