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Heading: Relationships (part 2)

1. Identify the factors that contribute to relationships that are detrimental to well-being:

Negative relationships
Two types: non-abusive and abusive.
Non-abusive relationships often see conflict rise which does not get resolve, there is hardly
any compromise and communication is poor.
Abusive relationships can either be where the other verbally brings the other person down and
make them feel worthless or physically hit the other.

2. Rights and responsibilities in relationships

In every relationship you have expectations from the other, but also know that you have
responsibilities to the other as well. Good relationships are not just be a take-take deal.
Eg.
Parents have the right to be respected and obeyed by their children, but this right should be
coupled with the responsibility of providing for and protecting their children.

3. Societal and cultural views that influence and/or affect relationships

Culture plays an important role in determining what is expected in a relationship between you
and other and, to some degree, dictates the rules you should follow / obey.
In SA, we have children’s rights and gender equality.
However, some more traditional cultures still find it hard to give up old views that is in conflict
with SA’s Human rights.

4. Qualities required in different relationships

You will have different expectations from different types of relationship.
Between: Siblings, Parent, Teacher, Friends
However, all relationships require the following to be good relationships:
• Mutual respect
• Understanding
• Ability to communication
• Supportive
• Good listener
• Trust
• Co-operation
• A positive and encouraging attitude
5. Individuality in relationships
A healthy relationship also makes room for individuality and independence. One person should
not be expected to give up all his or her interests, opinions and ambitions to make the other
person happy.
The demand for too much control, continuous criticism, undermining a person or physical and
emotional threats are signs of an unequal relationship and, in severe cases, abuse.

6. Critically analyse the impact of the media on values and beliefs about relationships

Advertisements:
Influence how you feel about yourself, view yourself and others due to “expectations” placed
on you.
Give example:

Social Media, Movies etc.:

Influences your views regarding the world, certain groups, religions, towards certain types of
relationships and often want to imitate what you see or read.
Give Example: