Healthy Relationships and Self-Care

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What factor led to the best health outcomes in the Harvard Study of Adult Development?

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Leaning into relationships with family, friends, and community.

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What four characteristics define a healthy relationship?

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Mutual respect, trust, support, and easy/honest communication.

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What are three primary signs of an unhealthy relationship?

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Tense or strained communication, broken confidences, and not feeling listened to or valued.

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Why should a person avoid staying in an unhappy relationship?

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Fear of being alone or feelings of guilt.

Front

What action does the text recommend if a partner is physically harmful or verbally abusive?

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End the relationship immediately.

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The practice of learning to prioritize your own needs and nurture yourself is known as _____?

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Self-care

Front

How does self-care affect your ability to be in a relationship?

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It allows you to bring your best self to the relationship by ensuring you feel calm and nourished.

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What is self-esteem?

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The act of loving yourself and being happy with who you are.

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How can low self-esteem specifically act as a barrier in romantic relationships?

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It can lead to jealousy, defensiveness, or tension that causes unnecessary arguments.

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What is a major indicator of an unhealthy relationship regarding personal identity?

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Changing your personality for someone else.