A healthy romantic relationship
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe the features of healthy romantic relationships.
Key learning points
- A healthy romantic relationship is based on mutual respect and trust.
- Communication is key to maintaining a healthy romantic relationship.
- Boundaries are important in a romantic relationship to ensure mutual respect.
- Trust is built over time through consistent and honest behaviour.
Keywords
Respect - being considerate of others and the world around you; treating people fairly and how you would like to be treated
Trust - the confidence that someone will act in your best interest and be honest with you
Communication - the exchange of words, either verbal or written, to express thoughts, feelings and ideas
Boundary - an imaginary line separating what we will and won't allow
Mutual - in this context, something shared between partners in a fair and equal way, such as respect or trust
Common misconception
We should alter our boundaries to suit what our partner wants and expects.
Boundaries should be mutually respected. If our boundaries do not align with another person's, or they do not respect our boundaries, then a relationship is not healthy.
Teacher tip
While this lesson focuses on the features of a healthy relationship, be mindful that pupils might disclose information about unhealthy relationships. Make sure you're familiar with the safeguarding policies and procedures for your setting.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sexual content
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does it mean when someone says they 'trust' another person in everyday life?
Q2.When someone consistently does what they promise to do, they are being ...
Q3.Match each situation with the type of communication being used.
written communication
verbal communication
non-verbal communication
digital verbal communication
Q4.In friendships, what happens when someone consistently ignores what makes you uncomfortable?
Q5.Which of these is the best example of two people sharing something equally in a friendship?
Q6.Good relationships require both people to and share their thoughts openly with each other.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to their correct definitions.
something shared between partners in a fair and equal way
the exchange of words to express thoughts, feelings and ideas
an imaginary line separating what we will and won't allow
Q2.Which statements about trust in healthy relationships are accurate?
Q3.How can respect impact a relationship?
Q4.It is enough just to say to communicate what we don't want to do.
Q5.Healthy communication is ...
Q6.Your partner wants you to change some of your personal boundaries to match what they expect. What should you do?
To help you plan your 9 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: A healthy romantic relationship, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 9 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: A healthy romantic relationship, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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