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Examining Dating & friendships. Unit 3, Lesson 15 National Health Standards 1.8, 2.3, 4.1, 8.1. Initiating friendships. Engage in a conversation Carry on a conversation Handle rejection Conversation keepers – p. 159 Conversation killers – p. 159. dating.
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Examining Dating & friendships Unit 3, Lesson 15 National Health Standards 1.8, 2.3, 4.1, 8.1
Initiating friendships • Engage in a conversation • Carry on a conversation • Handle rejection • Conversation keepers – p. 159 • Conversation killers – p. 159
dating • “hanging out;” “seeing;” “going out” • Age depends on parents
Dating Skills Checklist • Self-worth does NOT depend on ability to get a date • Ask questions and get answers before accepting a date • Avoid pressure to attend date where drinking or sexual activity might occur
Honor dating commitments • Date different people rather one person • Make a fast exit when you feel uncomfortable about a situation or where parental guidelines cannot be followed • Call parents if you need help
Comfortable at home when one does not have a date • Expectations are clear if one receives a gift while on a date • Honest and kind about turning someone down for a date
Balanced friendships • Give and receive acts of kindness • Celebrate successes • Listen to feelings of disappointment • Positive effects on health status • Feel relaxed, have energy, and improved mood
One-sided relationships • One person gives more than other • People pleaser • Taker or user • Negative self-esteem • Have difficulty with close friendships • Cause stress for giver