Committed, stable relationships

In this lesson we will explore different types of committed and stable relationships, as well their link to our own emotions and wellbeing.

Committed, stable relationships

In this lesson we will explore different types of committed and stable relationships, as well their link to our own emotions and wellbeing.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Marriage
  2. Cohabitation
  3. Same-Sex (including Civil Partnership)
  4. Blended' and 'Step' families

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4 Questions

Q1.
Do you have to have a romantic relationship with someone?
Correct answer: It's up to you
No way, thats disgusting!
Of course you do!
Q2.
If you are in a committed and stable relationship, that means you are married
Correct answer: False
True
Q3.
How old do you have to be to legally get married in the UK (without parental permission)?
16
17
Correct answer: 18
19
Q4.
Can someone force you to be in marriage with someone?
Correct answer: No
Yes

7 Questions

Q1.
What is the definition of cohabiting?
A serious and lasting romantic relationship
Correct answer: Arrangement where two people are not married
Couple moves in together, bringing children from previous relationships
Way in which two or more people are connected
Q2.
What is the definition of relationship?
A serious and lasting romantic relationship
Arrangement where two people are not married
Couple moves in together, bringing children from previous relationships
Correct answer: Way in which two or more people are connected
Q3.
What is the definition of a committed relationship?
Correct answer: A serious and lasting romantic relationship
Arrangement where two people are not married
Couple moves in together, bringing children from previous relationships
Way in which two or more people are connected
Q4.
What is the definition of a blended family?
A serious and lasting romantic relationship
Arrangement where two people are not married
Correct answer: Couple moves in together, bringing children from previous relationships
Way in which two or more people are connected
Q5.
Committed relationships can impact positively on your mental health
False
Correct answer: True
Q6.
Legally recognised union with rights similar to those of marriage is
Correct answer: Civil partnership
Cohabiting
Dating
Q7.
Stable and committed relationships can...
Be too much hard work, that you should give up.
Be very upsetting.
Cause poor mental health.
Correct answer: Help with feelings of isolation.

Lesson appears in

UnitRSHE (PSHE) / Families: Relationships and human happiness

RSHE (PSHE)