Intimacy and Sexuality
Adolescence | Chapter Outline
This resource provides a very organized outline from the textbook Adolescence by Laurence Steinburg. The chapter that is outlined covers theories of intimacy, development of intimacy and how it relates to friendships and dating.
Characteristics of a Sexually Healthy Teen
This resource helps teachers identify a sexually healthy teen by looking at characteristics within the self, family, peers and partners.
Am I in a Healthy Relationship?
The website, Teenshealth.com, presents an article that discusses what makes a healthy and unhealthy relationship. It also provides support on understanding why relationships can be difficult and warning signs that could lead to abuse.
There's Always That One Teacher
This article discusses the impact that a teacher can have on a student, often by simply listening and relationship building.
GLSEN
Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network website. This network is dedicated to ensuring that everyone is valued and respected in their school community regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Teen Dating Violence
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention provides an article regarding dating violence, what it is, the consequences and why it happens.
This resource provides a very organized outline from the textbook Adolescence by Laurence Steinburg. The chapter that is outlined covers theories of intimacy, development of intimacy and how it relates to friendships and dating.
Characteristics of a Sexually Healthy Teen
This resource helps teachers identify a sexually healthy teen by looking at characteristics within the self, family, peers and partners.
Am I in a Healthy Relationship?
The website, Teenshealth.com, presents an article that discusses what makes a healthy and unhealthy relationship. It also provides support on understanding why relationships can be difficult and warning signs that could lead to abuse.
There's Always That One Teacher
This article discusses the impact that a teacher can have on a student, often by simply listening and relationship building.
GLSEN
Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network website. This network is dedicated to ensuring that everyone is valued and respected in their school community regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Teen Dating Violence
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention provides an article regarding dating violence, what it is, the consequences and why it happens.