Life Horizons II Family Life Cont.

Helps students come to terms with individual limitations and disabilities and develop effective expression of feelings and emotions along with a respect for the feelings of others.

Illustrates rules and laws of the community regarding nudity and sexuality. From a male perspective, definitions of public vs. private places are given and unacceptable behaviors that are likely to bring unwanted results are discussed.

Focuses on the female during a presentation of community rules and laws governing nudity and sexual behavior. Discusses public and private places as well as behavior that is not socially acceptable.

Illustrates appropriate conversation, manners and ways of showing affection in public vs. private settings. Stresses the need for respecting your dating partner and responsible sexual behavior.

Outlines the responsibilities that come with intimate relationships. Emphasizes that marriage is a highly complex, challenging, rewarding and often very difficult arrangement while illustrating alternative living arrangements.

Outlines parental responsibilities and presents a realistic picture of the demanding task of child rearing. Illustrates the possible negative impact of children on the coping ability of married couples with developmental disabilities.

Dramatizes situations where abuse may occur for better understanding. Show how to recognize the characteristics of abusive relationships and presents self-protection methods.