HIF1O/2O

Dating

Explain the difference between love and infatuation

Identify ways to handle rejection

Learning Goals

Why do we date?To find a partner in lifeTo get our basic needs metExposure to new interestsPart of the socialization processTry out gender rolesNew challenges

When to start dating?

The move to intimate friendships occurs at different times for everyoneWhen you and your family believes it’s rightShould not be taken lightlyWhen you signs of maturityWhen you are able to rationalize and

communicate about your feeling

How to start dating?Go out in groups with mixed gender; less

pressure. Get to know many people. Get to know their friends

Ease into itGo to public placesWait until you are ready

DON’T BE PRESSURED INTO DATING

Love vs Infatuation

InfatuationIntense attractionOften one-sidedShort lived Often purely physicalCan be reckless

Love vs Infatuation

LoveGrows out of friendshipTakes timeGive and takeBuilt on trust and respectCommitment

Handling RejectionTalk to a friend of family memberKeep positive about yourselfWork on boosting self esteemExamine why? Is it you? Do you need to

change how you treat people? **Don’t be negative about other person; it

doesn’t help anythingMove on; let it make your stronger

Handling Rejection cont.Ice CreamGood Workout

Read pg. 69 in the text and write one additional tips for parents on how they can help their child deal with a break up