Dating Relationships — Unit test Answers

Always use caution. Look out of a window nearby or a peep hole to identify who is knocking. Ask the person to identify him or herself. Never reveal that you are home alone. Check to make sure that the door is locked. If you're not sure that the person should be there, it's better not to let him or her into the house.

Individuals often join gangs in order to feel supported or included by peers, often believing it may be a good place to find friends. However, a healthy friendship is one in which a friend would not ask you to do something that you do not want to do. Gangs are often involved in severe forms of bullying and illegal behavior and often attempt to solve conflicts through violent methods. Those involved in gangs often feel pressured to take part in the violence. A healthy friendship is unlikely to form within this atmosphere.

Any group of individuals can be a family. Generally a family consists of an adult or adults that care for children. Different types of families include single parents, two-parent, extended, adoptive, foster, and blended.

When others use stars or famous people to change their attire or look, it is an example of passive peer pressure.

Passive communicators are unable or unwilling to express their thoughts and feelings and usually go along with what other people want. They fail to express their feelings, allow others to infringe on their rights, and tend to speak apologetically. Aggressive communicators try to get their way by bullying and intimidating others. They often attack others verbally and in a loud manner. They often do not consider the rights of other people. Finally, assertive communicators express their thoughts and feelings clearly and directly, often without hurting others in the process. They defend attitudes and beliefs, attack the problem and not the person, and are considered the ideal communicators.

Families develop strong foundations by respecting one another, being committed to one another, loving one another, and communicating.

Answers will vary but may include the following: being aware of body language, tone of voice, or phrasing of messages sent via cell phone or face-to-face. Nonverbal communication is also important because our gestures can negate our words and sincerity. We need to be aware of what we say to ensure that the receiver gets the desired outcome. Good communication prevents misunderstandings, builds healthy relationships, and allows for people to express themselves.

Responses will very. A sample response follows: "I feel like we are not communicating as well as we could," or, "I hope we can both start communicating our thoughts better," are possible answers.

A healthy relationship is based on trust and honesty. In a healthy relationship, partners practice mutual respect, make decisions together, and share their thoughts and emotions. In an unhealthy relationship, a partner may be controlling and possessive. The relationship may feel burdensome and/or be too much to handle. An unhealthy relationship can also lower a person's self-esteem and make a person feel bad about him or herself.