FACS Basics unit 1 Personality, Dating and Close Relationships
Being successful in relationships requires you Being successful in relationships requires you
to consider what you say, how you think
nurture
to further the development of a relationship
How can you avoid some of the concerns associated with dating?
Following socially acceptable rules can help solve these concerns
Being on time can give what kind of message to another person?
Give a positive signal to the other person
How to improve self esteem
Set realistic goals Do activities you enjoy and are good at Spend more time thinking about the positive parts of your life than the negatives Make healthy choices Invest in healthy relationships Stick to your values
What is important when asking for, accepting or refusing a date?
To give a clear and polite answer when refusing. Give definite details when asking and to be dependable keeping your date.
cyber-stalker
a person who uses the Internet as a means to stalk or harass someone
domestic violence
abuse in a family or household
random dating
casual dating that involves no commitment to continue the relationship
steady dating
dating only one person on a regular basis
affection
feeling of love and emotional attachment to another person
group dating
going out in a group rather than just as a coup
What is adolescence a time for?
growth and learning
adolescence
period of time between childhood and adulthood
What are some values that almost everyone shares?
respect, honesty, and responsibility
It includes unwelcome hugs, suggestive jokes, gestures, comments and unwanted physical contact.
sexual harassment
stalker
someone who obsessively follows, observes, or contacts another person without their consent
What is your personality made up of?
the traits that describe you
How do you show your personality
through what you say and how you act
abuse
to use in an improper way; improper treatment
dynamic
undergoing continuous change
What can you do If you have personality traits you don't like
you can set goals and make changes
Where do you learn your values from?
your family and culture, and you pick them up from the world around you
Examples of traits a person with high self esteem show
Are confident Respect themselves Make healthy decisions Usually feel hopeful about the future Set goals for themselves Are problem solvers Have good relationship skills
Ways to make parents feel more comfortable about you dating.
Be on time coming home, have your date meet your parents, let your parent know where you will be on your date.
When picking up your date from their home, it is rude to
Honk the car horn instead of coming to the door
What is self esteem?
How you feel about yourself
How does your personality impact your life?
It influences the things you're interested in, the friends you choose, and how you act in relationships.
A true statement about personality
It tends to say the same throughout life. Interests, views, etc will change, but your basic personality usually doesn't.
Examples of traits a person with low self esteem show
Might have trouble keeping a positive outlook on life Are less confident and have low self-worth Sometimes have trouble picturing a good future Fail to set goals, solve problems, or make healthy decisions Often have trouble choosing positive friends and dating partners May easily find themselves in unhealthy relationships
Identity achievement
People who have examined what is important to them and decided on a set of values and beliefs that will guide their lives
Identity Moratorium
People who haven't committed to a set of values and beliefs, but are exploring their options
Identity diffusion
People who haven't examined their values and haven't committed to any values
Identity foreclosure
People who haven't examined their values, but have strong commitments to their beliefs
Types of abuse
Physical, Emotional, Financial and Social
The following statement about close relationships is true.
Relationships are dynamic (always growing and changing)
Letting others know you value their abilities, opinions, or talents is a way to show
Respect
What are some guidelines That Promote Success in Close Relationships
Show commitment, give others their freedom, respect others, support those you care about, treat everyone as an equal, learn to resolve conflicts