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    Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships

    Definition
     Relationships – a type of connection existing between people
    related to or having communication with each other (could be
    friendly, romantic or intimate).

    Relationships
     We form relationships as we are born (parents, siblings, family)
     As we move outside the home, friends, teachers and neighbours
    become important
     As we get older new relationships form (teacher, student,
    employer, employee)
     Involves a connection between people
     We come into contact with many people but few will be
    relationships

    Healthy Unhealthy
     Good communication  Bad communication
     Healthy friendships  No trust
     Good social life  Unfair fights
     Trust  Other person tries to change
     Happiness you/manipulation
     Love  Lies
     Equality  Lack of understanding
     Mutual Respect  No fun
     Humour  Jealousy
     Be yourself/no fear  Abuse – emotional, sexual,
     Still independent people physical
     Laughter  Low self-esteem
     Common interests  Power issues
     Support  No common ground
     Fair fights/arguments  Judging
     Acceptance
     Comfort
     Honesty

    How do you feel in a healthy relationship?


     I feel comfortable and accepted with the other person, and fee l
    that I am able to talk to them about anything.

    How do you feel in an unhealthy relationship?


    Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships

     I feel like I cannot communicate with the other person properly,


    and that we do not have any common interests.

    Why do some people stay in unhealthy relationships?


     Some people stay in relationships when they feel that they need
    acceptance from other people by doing so (eg. Dating a “cool
    person”), or they develop a dependency on the other person due to
    abusive or controlling attitudes.

    Benefits of Relationships
     Sharing hopes and dreams
     Someone is there for you
     Shared culture or religion
     Someone to have fun with
     Love Companionship
     Safety
     Shared interests
     Affection

    Effects of Unhealthy Relationships


     Depression
     Unrealistic ideals of what a proper relationship is
     Dependency for a person
     Feeling alone
     Physical harm/self-harm/suicide
     Untrusting
     Anxiety
     Low self-esteem
     Antisocial
     Dehumanisation
     Drug-use

    What do we look for in a partner?


     Comfortable
     Real feelings (both ways)
     Sexual/physical attraction
     Fun
     Trust
     Common interests
     Respect
     Positive outlook/good vibe
     Intelligent
     Adventurous
    Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships

    Stages of Relationships
     According to research, there are many stages that a couple goes
    through in their relationship together. These stages are:
    1. Attachment & Courting “Dating”
    2. Differences & Power Struggles
    3. Identity Formation
    4. Balance & Unconditional Acceptance

    STAGE 1: ATTACHMENT AND COURTING


     A.K.A Romantic Love phase.
     Developing emotional attachment
     Infatuation and passion
     Strong sexual desire

    STAGE 2: DEALING WITH DIFFERECES/POWER STRUGGLES


     Conflicts and disagreements are intertwined with emotions.
     Boundaries and personal space sometimes violated.
     Feeling claustrophobic.

    STAGE 3: INDENTITY FORMATION


     Partners develop who they are within the relationship.
     Characteristics can be intertwined, yet still separate.
     Has the ability to create more features visible and balanced.

    STAGE 4: BALANCE AND UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE


     Deep intimacy.
     Sharing intimate secrets and thoughts.
     Desires.
     Emotional Support System.
     Giving of each other in many aspects of the relationship.

    Boyfriend/Girlfriend: Why Do People Begin Dating?


     It is fun.
     Socialisation – teaches manners, cooperation, consideration for
    others, conversation.
     Develops personal identity through our relationships with other
    people.
     Learn about intimacy in a meaningful relationship.
     Attraction.
     Companionship.
     Get to know someone better.
    Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships

     Find ‘the one’.


     Preparation for marriage.
     Status?

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