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  • Year 10

Sexual coercion

In this lesson we will learn about what sexual coercion is and look at some examples. We will also discuss how we can recognise if a relationship is becoming sexually coercive. 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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Sexual coercion

In this lesson we will learn about what sexual coercion is and look at some examples. We will also discuss how we can recognise if a relationship is becoming sexually coercive. 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. Definition and examples of 'sexual coercion'
  2. Recognising when a consensual sexual relationship becomes sexually coercive

Content guidance

  • Contains references to sexual or domestic abuse.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

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Prior knowledge starter quiz

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5 Questions

Q1.
Girls who get really drunk should accept some responsibility for what happens to them?

Correct answer: False
True

Q2.
If you are married to/ going out with someone then its not rape even if you say no.

Correct answer: False
True

Q3.
A rapist is always someone you do not know

Correct answer: False
True

Q4.
Which law deals with sexual consent and rape?

Correct answer: Sexual Offences Act 2003
Sexual Offences Act, 2005
Sexual Rape Act, 2003

Q5.
Which of these can help you if you have been sexually assaulted or you think you might have been?

999.
A doctor or practice nurse at your GP surgery.
A genitourinary medicine (GUM) or sexual health clinic.
A hospital accident and emergency (A&E) department.
Correct answer: All of the above.
NHS 111.

Assessment exit quiz

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5 Questions

Q1.
Coercion is....

A request calmly for something to be done.
Correct answer: A request using force or threats.

Q2.
Which of these are examples from a healthy relationship?

Insisting on having access to your phone or social media accounts.
Correct answer: None of the above.
Pressuring you to ‘sext’ or share nude photos.
Reading your personal messages.
Threatening to share intimate information or photos of you.

Q3.
It is always obvious if someone is trying to coerce you into sex.

Correct answer: False
True

Q4.
It is all your fault if you partner forces you to have sex.

Correct answer: False
True

Q5.
What factors can impact a person's ability to consent?

Age
Alcohol
Correct answer: All of the above
Drugs
Mental disorder