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A healthy relationships
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Help students analyze relationship behaviors, challenge harmful peer norms and practice safer ways to respond.

45–60 minutes · Grades 9–college

From watching to thinking to acting.

Students watch the 18-minute TEDx talk or read an equivalent informational text, then apply its ideas to realistic scenarios.

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Teacher facilitation guide
Student viewing guide
Equivalent informational text
Relationship scenario cards
Answer key and exit ticket
CASEL alignment
Support resources
Trauma-informed notes
Learning outcomes

Students will leave able to…

  • Describe characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships.
  • Distinguish jealousy, monitoring and isolation from care.
  • Explain the role of self-worth and boundaries.
  • Develop safe ways to challenge harmful peer norms.
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Designed for the places young people already learn.

Health
Advisory
Counseling
ELA
Social studies
Respect for All
Prevention programs

Trauma-informed facilitation

The lesson references domestic violence and homicide. Coordinate with counseling staff, tell students what to expect and provide a private alternative for anyone who needs one.

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