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- Year 10
Unhealthy relationships
I can describe possible indicators of unhealthy relationships and explain how this can affect wellbeing.
- Year 10
Unhealthy relationships
I can describe possible indicators of unhealthy relationships and explain how this can affect wellbeing.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Unhealthy relationships often leave people feeling anxious, unsafe or emotionally drained.
- Blame-shifting and refusal to take responsibility are common warning signs of unhealthy relationships.
- A lack of respect for boundaries or opinions can signal controlling behaviour.
- Unhealthy relationships can damage self-esteem and isolate someone from others.
- Feeling unable to express yourself or connect with others may be a sign something is wrong.
Keywords
Respect - being considerate of others and the world around you; treating people fairly and how you would like to be treated
Boundary - an imaginary line separating what we will and won't allow
Common misconception
Relationships are healthy as long as no one is physically hurting another person.
Relationships can be unhealthy without physical harm: emotional and psychological harm can be very damaging.
To help you plan your year 10 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Unhealthy relationships, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 10 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Unhealthy relationships, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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- Depiction or discussion of sexual violence
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of these is an example of a healthy way to handle a disagreement with a friend?
Q2.A is an imaginary line that separates what we will and won't allow in our relationships.
Q3.How might someone feel if they're in a relationship where they can't be themselves or say what they really think?
Q4.Match each behaviour to whether it shows respect or a lack of respect in a relationship.
interrupting someone constantly
ignoring someone's personal space
valuing someone's feelings
listening to their point of view