Sexuality (Refusal Skills)
7th Grade
What is Sexual Harassment?
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Unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature that
makes you feel uncomfortable, fearful, or
powerless.
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Can happen to anyone, male or female.
Examples of Sexual Harassment
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Sexual comments about your body
Sexual advances/propositions/suggestions
Sexual touching or gestures
“Dirty” jokes
Spreading rumors about other’s sexual
activity
Ways to Say “NO!”
Avoid the offer
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Do not enter a situation
where you may be
pressured
Escape the Offer…
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Walk Away
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Give an Excuse
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Cold Shoulder
Refuse the Offer…
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Simple Rejection (No, No thanks, etc..)
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Self-Statements (I do not want to have sex, I have
too much going for me to do that, etc..)
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Consequences (Having sex can cause pregnancy)
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Broken Record (No thanks, No thanks, No thanks)
Refuse the Offer (cont..)
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Strength in Numbers (Look for others, stay with
friends)
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Reversing the Pressure (No thanks, I thought you
were my friend)
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Activism (I don’t want to have sex until I find the right
person, and you should do the same)
Conclusion….
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Saying “NO” may not always be easy but there are
many ways to refuse anything you do not want to do.
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Make decisions based on your morals, values, and a
positive outcome