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. 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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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which of the following is not a feature of ‘unsafe’ family dynamics?

Your needs are met You feel controlled You don’t feel love, respect or compassion You are harshly criticised

1/5

Q2.Unsafe familial relationships can impact on your physical and mental health. Which of the following is NOT a symptom?

Feeling isolated and lonely Feelings of guilt and shame Good self-esteem Feeling anxious or depressed

2/5

Q3.Which of the following is NOT a source of support if we recognise that a familial relationship is unsafe?

Trusted adult CEOPS GP/School Nurse Your local supermarket

3/5

Q4.All families struggle from time to time, but members still feel loved, supported, and respected.

True False

4/5

Q5.Which of the following is NOT reason why a family member may behave in an unhealthy way occasionally?

Sibling rivalry You deserve it Trouble with other relationships

5/5

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which of the following is not a feature of ‘unsafe’ family dynamics?

Your needs are met You feel controlled You don’t feel love, respect or compassion You are harshly criticised

1/5

Q2.Unsafe familial relationships can impact on your physical and mental health. Which of the following is NOT a symptom?

Feeling isolated and lonely Feelings of guilt and shame Good self-esteem Feeling anxious or depressed

2/5

Q3.Which of the following is NOT a source of support if we recognise that a familial relationship is unsafe?

Trusted adult CEOPS GP/School Nurse Your local supermarket

3/5

Q4.All families struggle from time to time, but members still feel loved, supported, and respected.

True False

4/5

Q5.Which of the following is NOT reason why a family member may behave in an unhealthy way occasionally?

Sibling rivalry You deserve it Trouble with other relationships

5/5

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Recognising our own unsafe relationships

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Q1.Conflicting emotions...

Are emotions which make you feel good about yourself. Are feelings which leave you emotionally confused. Make you feel mentally and physically happy.

1/5

Q2.Abuse means...

A ripple effect of a state of happiness. Improper treatment of someone which impacts their health and well-being. Being uncared for, or a failure to care for properly.

2/5

Q3.Which of the following is NOT a way in which a family member may behave in an unsafe way?

Belittling you. Showing you love and compassion. Physical abuse. Controlling behaviour.

3/5

Q4.Getting support and early intervention is so important...

Because the longer the problem goes on, the less damaging it is likely to be. Because ignoring issues are unlikely to cause long-lasting problems. So you can be helped to get the support you need.

4/5

Q5.Conflicting emotions occur when...

You feel a sense of responsibility towards your pet. You recognise that the situation is unsafe but you still feel a sense of love, duty or care towards the person/people who are making the relationship unsafe. You feel no blame or guilt.

5/5

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Recognising our own unsafe relationships

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.Conflicting emotions...

Are emotions which make you feel good about yourself. Are feelings which leave you emotionally confused. Make you feel mentally and physically happy.

1/5

Q2.Abuse means...

A ripple effect of a state of happiness. Improper treatment of someone which impacts their health and well-being. Being uncared for, or a failure to care for properly.

2/5

Q3.Which of the following is NOT a way in which a family member may behave in an unsafe way?

Belittling you. Showing you love and compassion. Physical abuse. Controlling behaviour.

3/5

Q4.Getting support and early intervention is so important...

Because the longer the problem goes on, the less damaging it is likely to be. Because ignoring issues are unlikely to cause long-lasting problems. So you can be helped to get the support you need.

4/5

Q5.Conflicting emotions occur when...

5/5

Lesson summary: Recognising our own unsafe relationships

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This was the final lesson in the unit Families: Being safe and reporting concerns.

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