HPE-relationships and sexual health 2025 Jasmeen Ng by Jasmeen NG

Post #1 What makes a healthy realationship

jasmeenng — 2025-06-02 00:11:11 UTC

A healthy relationship is one in which there is open and honest communication, where both individuals feel they can say anything they wish without fear. There is trust, which means being reliable and trusting one another's intentions. There is respect, which honors each other's opinions, boundaries, and independence. There is supportiveness, where both of them are supportive of each other in happiness and sorrow, being a shoulder to cry on and a source of encouragement. Equality is really essential, such as both of them having the opportunity to express themselves when they make decisions. Independence, with their own friends and hobbies, is essential. They have to resolve their differences in a healthy and respectful manner. Love, through words and actions, definitely makes their bond stronger. Establishing and maintaining personal boundaries equates to feeling secure and at ease. And finally, spending time together and enjoying themselves is what makes their relationship full and satisfying. Both partners gotta put in the effort and be committed to make things work and strengthen their bond over time.

What atributes, behaviours and roles do our society acossiate with masculinity and femininity (4 each)

jasmeenng — 2025-06-11 01:05:22 UTC

There are some attributes, behaviours, and roles that are generally associated with masculinity and femininity in society. Masculinity is generally associated with such attributes as strength and physical power, and emotional stoicism. Some of the behaviours that are stereotypically masculine are assertiveness, leadership, risk-taking, and competitiveness. In terms of roles, men are stereotypically providers or breadwinners and protectors or defenders.

Femininity, by contrast, is routinely identified with nurturing and sensitivity, and gentleness and empathy. Cooperation, collaboration, expressiveness, and emotional openness are a few of the behaviours that are linked with femininity. The classically feminine roles are those of homemaker or caregiver and nurturer or supportive partner. These connotations do vary across societies and communities, though, and both men and women can share these qualities regardless of gender.

Scenario

jasmeenng — 2025-06-15 03:43:25 UTC

someone you know from school asks you to send them some photos of yourself. You feel flattered, until they ask you to undress for the pictures. You are worried about what they might say or do if you say "no".

Passive: give the photos even though you are against it and don't want to

Assertive: Say no but in a kind way for eg" I'm sorry but I'm not comfortable with sending these kind of photos I'm going to have to decline your request"

Agressive: angrilly say no to what they want for eg "What the hell, you weirdo who in their right mind would do that ewwww!"

Scenario 2: Your cousin sends you racist and sexist memes that they find funny. These memes make you feel uncomfortable

passive: laugh along even though you don't find it funny

assertive: Im sorry but I do not find these kind of innapropriate jokes funny, these jokes and memes can be extremely offensive to others.

Agressive:

"omg thats so rude why would you send stuff like that you disgust me making fun of people like that"

What is the impact of fixed/strict ideas about masculinity on indivisuals and society

jasmeenng — 2025-06-15 03:48:05 UTC

For men, conventional constructs of masculinity tend to discourage men from being expressive about their feelings, so that they become emotionally repressed. This may result in mental issues like depression and anxiety. There is also pressure to maintain certain interests or behaviors appropriate for the traditional masculine type, to limit personal growth and self-expression. In trying to prove their masculinity, others will be inclined to undertake dangerous acts, such as drug use or aggressive behavior, which can be harmful to them. The stringent ideas can also pull relationships to the limit because individuals cannot readily express themselves or become vulnerable.

At a global level, the traditional gender roles are likely to increase gender inequality by perpetuating the stereotypes which keep both sexes out of opportunities. Cultural norms linking masculinity with aggression and domination are likely to result in increased violence and conflict. Organizational culture of the workplace could be defined by strict definitions of masculinity, which could go up to the levels of discrimination or diversity deprivation.

Social norms can also stigmatize seeking help for symptoms of mental illness, particularly for men, and lead to untreated illnesses and greater public health issues.

Resolution of such issues involves more focus on less closed and more flexible constructions of gender, allowing for open communication, and more mental health education. This way, society and individuals can benefit from a more supportive and equitable setting.

Discussion Choice

jasmeenng — 2025-06-16 00:17:11 UTC

How is difference treated at school?

-some people can get teased at school but sometimes there are rare occurances where they get bullied

How have you approached difference?

-my friend is gay and I accept them

How could things be better at school with regard to difference?

-we can have lessons in class to learn about the LGBTQIA+ community

What can you change personally in how you respond to difference

-Learn more about eh pronouns situation since I know barely anything

Personal reflection

jasmeenng — 2025-06-17 07:33:14 UTC

Scenario: You are a middle aged man, you dad is a bank accountant and your mom owns a buisness

How do you differ from the person in your scenario

For one I am not a man other than that there aren't manny differences

What have you learnt from participating in this activity

Lots of people have easier lives than others depending on their situation

Consetnting scentarios

jasmeenng — 2025-06-27 00:28:13 UTC

I told him that I didnt feel ready, and he kept saying all his mates sleep w their partners. One night I gave in and let him do it, because I felt guilty like there was something wrong w me for not wanting to. A few weeks later he dumped me anyways

1 what has happened that had resulted in one of the participants hbaving unwanted sex or feeling preassured into having sex

-the partner gave in becauase they felt like there was something wrong with them for saying no

2 who was responsible for ensureing consent

-the male parter

3 what could've been said or done to ensure the situation as comfortable and pleasureable

-if you can't respect my boundaries of saying no then I will have to leave

Brainstorm

jasmeenng — 2025-06-27 00:28:41 UTC

Write a scentence that defines your understanding of an intimate relationship

When your're close to someone at an intimate level it means to have a deep level of trust and care for that person

Brainstorm some ways that ppl in an intimate relationship might sohw that they love and care for each other

-hugs

-kisses

-gifts

-words of affirmation

-spending quality time together

-physical touch

Condom negotiation card excuse

jasmeenng — 2025-06-27 04:47:50 UTC

Don't you trust me?

- I still think it's safer with a condom

But oral sex is safe

-What about STI's?

I've been tested and I'm clean

-I don't want to get pregnant though

condoms are too expensive

-I can pay

Pornography

jasmeenng — 2025-06-29 23:49:23 UTC

What messages could young people receive from viewing pornography?

-Young people who find pornography without the proper education could come to believe things that are in correct such as: that there is no consent needed, that sex lasts a very long time (longer than it actually does)

What are some potential legal, social and/or personal impacts of viewing pornography

-you will have a wrong view of how sex works

Brainstorm

jasmeenng — 2025-06-29 23:50:31 UTC

Write a scentence that defines your understanding of an intimate relationship

-When your're close to someone at an intimate level it means you trust them and its in a romantic way as well as being close to them

Brainstorm some ways that ppl in an intimate relationship might sohw that they love and care for each other

-hugs

-kisses

-gifts (flowers, chocolate (what said person likes)

-words of affirmation

complimenting your partner, saying things such as I love you ect

-spending quality time together

-physical touch

Consetnting scentarios

jasmeenng — 2025-06-29 23:50:46 UTC

1 what has happened that had resulted in one of the participants hbaving unwanted sex or feeling preassured into having sex

-the partner gave in becauase they felt like there was something wrong with them for saying no

2 who was responsible for ensureing consent

-the guy

3 what could've been said or done to ensure the situation as comfortable and pleasureable

-if you can't respect my boundaries of saying no then I will have to leave you

descrimination and transphobia

jasmeenng — 2025-06-30 00:23:19 UTC

what are some positive outcomes of challanging discrimination and transphobia for the transgender gender diverse, and nonbinary community?

-you can stand up for others and make sure people dont get hurt by other's words

How can challanging discrimination and transphobia benifit everyone in society

-then people can fit in more if it's normal

What advice would you give someone your age who was considering a break-up

jasmeenng — 2025-06-30 00:51:47 UTC

depends on the reason

If its a toxic relationship with their partner I would tell them to leave because a toxic relationship isn't healthy.