Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. In a healthy relationship, both partners respect, trust and embrace (31)_______ differences. Both partners are able to communicate effectively their needs and listen to their partner, and work to resolve conflict in a rational and (32)_______ way. But maintaining a healthy relationship calls for skills many young people are never taught. A lack of these ...

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. In a healthy relationship, both partners respect, trust and embrace (31)_______ differences. Both partners are able to communicate effectively their needs and listen to their partner, and work to resolve conflict in a rational and (32)_______ way. But maintaining a healthy relationship calls for skills many young people are never taught. A lack of these skills, and (33)_______ up in a society that sometimes celebrates violence or in a community that experiences a high rate of violence, can lead to unhealthy and even violent relationships among youth. Dating violence (34)_______ psychological or emotional violence, such as controlling behaviours or jealousy; physical violence, such as hitting or punching. More than 20 per cent of all adolescents report having experienced either psychological or physical violence from an intimate partner - and underreporting remains a concern. Adolescents, (35)_______ older adolescents, often have romantic relationships, which are long-term, serious, and intimate. Society has a responsibility to provide young people with the resources, skills, and space necessary to safeguard their physical and emotional well being in these relationships. Youth-serving professionals, educators, and parents can help young people in need access services to address dating abuse victimisation. Research also has shown that programmes intended to prevent dating violence can be (36)________. In a healthy relationship, both partners respect, trust and embrace (31)_______ differences.

In a healthy relationship, both partners respect, trust and embrace (31)_______ differences.