Let’s Talk About Dating!

Musbah Shaheen and Melanie HagermanPeer Sex Educators

Introductions•Who we are? What we do? •Names and Pronouns. •Brave Space Rules

Learning Objectives• Understand that relationships are not one-

dimensional and can take on many different forms.

• Recognize elements of healthy and unhealthy relationships.

• Learn strategies to effectively communicate with partners and friends about their relationships.

• Know the resources on campus to find support for dating and relationships.

Dating at Vanderbilt - How would you describe dating

at Vanderbilt ?- “Snowball” fight.

Elements of Relationships

•What are some elements of healthy vs. unhealthy relationships?

•Effective Communication.

Strategies •How to maintain a healthy

relationship?• “I feel ________ when you ________. I would

appreciate it if you would ___________”

technique.

Wrap Up•Questions/ Comments?•Resources: Vandy Sex Ed, Women’s

Center, Psychological and Counseling Center, Project Safe Center.

•Is your relationship healthy? Self-care is important!

Thank you for listening!