Create strategies and possible dialogue (min. 1 per topic) for communicating in the following situations:
Saying no to sexual involvement
Discussing whether or not to become sexually active
Talking with a partner about using protection
Discussing with a friend or parent your concerns about an STD
Informing a partner about your STD diagnosis
**Answer these questions - How might these strategies or dialogues be different depending on the person with whom you are communicating? (e.g., platonic friend, romantic partner, health care professional, parent)**
Help. It's the last part I don't get. I don't know how I would answer that question. I've been mulling over this for an hour. Can someone either explain how I would answer this question or tell me how to start it or maybe give an example.
Thank you very much. Your help is appreciated.
If the person with whom you are speaking is a friend, one of your peer groups or younger, you would be using very informal speech. If this person were older, a parent, neighbor, etc. the tone would be much more formal.
Does that help?
Sra
If you've been diagnosed with an STD, you have a moral (and maybe legal?) obligation to tell your sexual partner. The best way to do it is to be open and honest.
When considering how the strategies or dialogues might differ depending on the person you are communicating with, you need to take into account their relationship to you and the context of the conversation. Here are some examples to help you understand:
1. Saying no to sexual involvement:
- With a platonic friend: "I really value our friendship, and I want to keep it that way. I think it's best for us to maintain our friendship without getting involved sexually."
- With a romantic partner: "I care about you deeply, but I'm not ready for sexual intimacy at this point. I believe it's important for us to communicate and respect each other's boundaries."
2. Discussing whether or not to become sexually active:
- With a health care professional: "I have some concerns regarding becoming sexually active. Can we discuss the potential risks, preventive measures, and resources available for me to make an informed decision?"
- With a parent: "I'm feeling conflicted about the idea of becoming sexually active. Can we have an open conversation about my feelings, contraception, and the importance of safe sex?"
3. Talking with a partner about using protection:
- With a romantic partner: "We need to have a conversation about protection before we take our relationship to the next level. Let's discuss our options and how we can ensure both of us feel safe and comfortable."
4. Discussing with a friend or parent your concerns about an STD:
- With a health care professional: "I'm worried that I may have an STD, and I would like to seek medical advice. Can you guide me on the necessary steps to get tested and how to address this concern?"
- With a parent: "I have some concerns about potential STDs, and I would like your support in getting tested. Can we discuss this further and figure out the best course of action?"
5. Informing a partner about your STD diagnosis:
- With a romantic partner: "I believe it's crucial to be honest and transparent about our sexual health. I recently received an STD diagnosis, and I think it's essential for us to discuss this and the steps we need to take together."
Remember, these are just examples, and the actual dialogue may vary depending on your specific situation. It's important to tailor your communication to the individual you are speaking with and adapt it based on the nature of your relationship with them. The examples provided should give you a starting point for crafting your own responses.