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