Controlling behaviour and coercive control
In this lesson we will focus on controlling behaviour and coercive control. We will also look at the subtleties of abusive relationships.
Controlling behaviour and coercive control
In this lesson we will focus on controlling behaviour and coercive control. We will also look at the subtleties of abusive relationships.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Definition
- Subtleties of abusive relationships being wrongly justified as love/care
- Importance of mutual respect in relationships
Content guidance
- Contains references to sexual or domestic abuse.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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5 Questions
Q1.
Stalking is illegal
False
Q2.
"Forcing someone to perform sexual acts" is an example of which key word?
Assault
Harassment
Q3.
I should keep criminal behaviours secret.
True
Q4.
Abuse can happen in same-sex relationships and in relationships involving a trans person.
False
Q5.
Who can you report criminal behaviours to? (Choose three answers)
Your pet
5 Questions
Q1.
Which of these might cause a relationship to become controlling? (Select three answers)
Having your own interests and spending time apart
Q2.
All controlling behaviours are really obvious.
True
Q3.
Which of these are examples of controlling behaviours?
Depriving them of the means needed for independence, resistance and escape
Exploiting their resources or capacities
Isolating them from sources of support
Regulating their everyday behaviours
Q4.
Coercive behaviour as an act or pattern of acts such as assaults, threats, humiliation and intimidation, used to harm, punish, or frighten someone.
False
Q5.
A trusted adult might include: (select two answers)
A celebrity on Instagram