Name 3 acquaintances in your life.
Neighbor, teacher, co-workers, other IATP students, friends' parents
Name 2 family members who are IMMEDIATE and 2 who are EXTENDED.
Immediate: Mom/Dad, Brother/Sister - Extended: Aunt/Uncle/Cousin/Grandparents
Michael is upset. He asked politely to join a group, but the other people said, No. What can Michael do to to calm down?
Talk to a friend or family member. Reach out to his Circle of Support. Exercise. Relax. Meditate. Try again with another group when he feels better.
Is it healthy to hug your acquaintances? (Neighbors, teachers, co-workers, other IATP students, friends' parents)
No, acquaintances usually do not share physical contact.
A stranger asked you a question. What do you do next?
Walk away, do not talk to them, tell a trusted adult in your Circle of Support.
Michael wants to join a social group. Did he ask appropriately?
Yes, Michael asked very politely. He paused and then asked when it was quiet.
Where in Irvine do we see many strangers?
grocery store, post office, restaurants, etc.
Is it OK to give a small smile and nod while we walk past strangers on CBI?
Yes, only a small nod and smile is okay. Keep your distance and do not engage in conversation. It's not safe.
Is a work friend DIFFERENT from or SAME as a childhood friend?
Different. Childhood friends are closer to your family. Be more professional with work friends.
You feel sad about school. You do not like to go. Can you talk to your family members about this?
Yes, this is a personal topic that you can share with your families. Since it's about school, you can also talk to your teacher about it.
You do NOT know this person. He is being friendly and offers you a ride home. What do you do?
Do NOT get in the car with a stranger. Walk away. Tell a trusted adult in your Circle of Support.
Who is a trusted adult in your Circle of Support you can tell?
Parent, older sibling, teacher, Ms. Gibbs, police officer
Do I share my online passwords with my friends?
No, only share passwords with parents or very trusted adults. Friends do not need your password.
In a friendship or a romantic relationship, both people have to agree to be in the relationship together. What if one person changes their mind and says "No, I don't want to be in the relationship with you anymore."
Say okay and walk away. You can make another friend or find a different relationship.
True or False: I have to ask first before I join a group.
True. Ask first.
How many friends do you want? Is it okay to have a lot of friends or just a few?
Yes, you can have any number of friends. People are different.
Do all your friends stay in your life forever?
No, some friends just stay in our lives for a short time. You can make new friends when as you grow and change.
Acquaintance? Friend? Stranger?
Friend
Does everybody have all 5 relationships? (For example, does everybody have a Romantic Relationship?)
No, some people have fewer relationships. Some people have more.
Are these two people acquaintances or strangers?
Acquaintances talk about general things, small talk.
Is this a HEALTHY or UNHEALTHY relationship?
Unhealthy. Do not spend time with people who hurt your feelings.
Do all friends hug each other?
No, some friends do not touch. Some friends will high five and wave and talk from a distance only.
Is it okay to share personal information with your parents, teachers, and doctors?
Yes, parents and community helpers need your personal information to help you.