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  • Year 9

Sexual pressure

This lesson will discuss recognising and managing sexual pressure. It will define behaviour that is non-pressurising in relation to intimate relationships. This lesson covers some content that may be a sensitive topic for you. We recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.

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  • Year 9

Sexual pressure

This lesson will discuss recognising and managing sexual pressure. It will define behaviour that is non-pressurising in relation to intimate relationships. This lesson covers some content that may be a sensitive topic for you. We recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Sources of sexual pressure
  2. Recognising sexual pressures
  3. Managing sexual pressure
  4. Not pressuring others

Content guidance

  • Contains sexual content.

Supervision

Adult supervision suggested

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5 Questions

Q1.
Sexual pressure means trying to convince or manipulate someone into taking part in sexual activity.

False
Correct answer: True

Q2.
Consenting to something means disagreeing.

Correct answer: False
True

Q3.
Putting sexual pressure on someone is wrong.

False
Correct answer: True

Q4.
Using the phrase ‘If you love me you would do it’ is pressuring.

False
Correct answer: True

Q5.
People should keep it private if they are concerned about sexual pressure.

Correct answer: False
True

Assessment exit quiz

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5 Questions

Q1.
Copying the behaviour of our peers is a form of sexual pressure.

False
Correct answer: True

Q2.
When threats or force is used to try to get someone to agree to sex, this is called...

Correct answer: Coercion
Contradiction
Cooperation

Q3.
Consent before sex should never be assumed.

False
Correct answer: True

Q4.
Which is a sign someone might be feeling pressured into sex?

Correct answer: Saying, ‘Not now, I’m busy. Maybe later.’
Saying, ‘Yes, I want to do this.’

Q5.
Confidential advice about sexual pressure is available by telephoning...

Correct answer: ChildLine
ChildSense