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Copy this definition into your workbook
Quick class discussion:
Name places or positions where people have power?
To what extent does a person have the same power in different places?
To what extent does a person have the same amount of power over different people in different circumstances?
Why is it important for people to be aware about how people use power?
Types of Power
Types of Power
Activity 2.2
a) Copy the definitions of power into your workbook.
Often when people think about the term ‘power’, they think of strength, knowledge, or position. It is important to understand that there are various types of power.
b) Name the 8 different types of power into your workbook.
c) Complete the following power cards and provide an example of a positive use of power. One has been done for you (including a negative use of power).
The balance of power
The balance of power
In positive relationships, there is a positive balance of power. This means both people feel free to be who they are and express their thoughts and feelings because their opinions will be met with respect. On the other hand, often relationships can get rocky when there is an imbalance of power, and this can be quite destructive if unresolved or mismanaged. Negative relationships that cause conflict and stress can have a detrimental effect on a person's overall health and wellbeing.
Influence of family, media and peer attitudes to power in relationships
Influence of family, media and peer attitudes to power in relationships
There are influences on the attitudes we form about how power is used in relationships. We may not realise it, but we are constantly receiving messages from all around us about acceptable uses of power in relationships.
The three main influences to our attitudes in relationships are:
Family
Media
Peers
Activity 2.4
Where is the influence of power coming from?
Mum does the washing because she is the only one who knows how to use the washing machine.
The words in the song talked about how 'he owned her'.
My grandparents expect my Mum to cook for them but not her brothers?
The ads on TV always show the Mum looking after the kids.
My friends and I encourage each other to study so we can get a good job an be independent.
Some guys ask girls out when they post photos of socials- they don't even know them!
The guys always get to pick the movie we watch when we hang out at someone's place.
My partner asked me to send them a sexy photo because their friends dared them to.
My sister hits me if she finds out I borrow her stuff without asking.
Your friend always encourages people in our class to muck up when we have a casual teacher.
Quick class discussion:
What can you see, observe or notice in these scenarios?
What might you wonder about or question after reading these scenarios?
What is the take home message here? write this in your workbook.
- People make choices about using the power they have.
- Positive use of power involves acting or influencing others in a ways which show respect for yourself and for others, It also involves protecting your own and others' rights to safety.
- Abuse of power occurs when people do not respect the rights of others or themselves.
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