Recognising our own unsafe relationships
This lesson will focus on what constitutes an unsafe family relationship (e.g. violence in the home, abuse etc.), dealing with the conflicting emotions in recognising our own unsafe relationships, and reporting concerns and seeking help.
Recognising our own unsafe relationships
This lesson will focus on what constitutes an unsafe family relationship (e.g. violence in the home, abuse etc.), dealing with the conflicting emotions in recognising our own unsafe relationships, and reporting concerns and seeking help.
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Key learning points
- What constitutes an unsafe family relationship? (E.g. violence in the home, abuse etc.)
- Dealing with the conflicting emotions in recognising our own unsafe relationships
- Reposting concerns and seeking help
Content guidance
- Contains references to sexual or domestic abuse.
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Adult supervision recommended.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Which of the following is not a feature of ‘unsafe’ family dynamics?
You are harshly criticised
You don’t feel love, respect or compassion
You feel controlled
Q2.
Unsafe familial relationships can impact on your physical and mental health. Which of the following is NOT a symptom?
Feeling anxious or depressed
Feeling isolated and lonely
Feelings of guilt and shame
Q3.
Which of the following is NOT a source of support if we recognise that a familial relationship is unsafe?
CEOPS
GP/School Nurse
Trusted adult
Q4.
All families struggle from time to time, but members still feel loved, supported, and respected.
False
Q5.
Which of the following is NOT reason why a family member may behave in an unhealthy way occasionally?
Sibling rivalry
Trouble with other relationships
5 Questions
Q1.
Conflicting emotions...
Are emotions which make you feel good about yourself.
Make you feel mentally and physically happy.
Q2.
Abuse means...
A ripple effect of a state of happiness.
Being uncared for, or a failure to care for properly.
Q3.
Which of the following is NOT a way in which a family member may behave in an unsafe way?
Belittling you.
Controlling behaviour.
Physical abuse.
Q4.
Getting support and early intervention is so important...
Because ignoring issues are unlikely to cause long-lasting problems.
Because the longer the problem goes on, the less damaging it is likely to be.
Q5.
Conflicting emotions occur when...
You feel a sense of responsibility towards your pet.
You feel no blame or guilt.