WEEK 1 - Discussion

Discussion

Watch the video and answer the discussion questions in exactly 5 sentences only.
Acceptable expression of attractions is beneficial for both parties, and unacceptable expressions of attraction displease each individual in a relationship or even the people in the society.

1. What are acceptable ways of public display of affection?  What should or should not be done in public?

    I think that any kind of public display of affection that is not extreme is deemed acceptable by society as long as it is not causing any discomfort. Public display of affection is normal in all relationships, platonic and romantic, as it is a way for expressing love. Holding hands, giving hugs and timid kisses are accepted by most people. However, the extreme kinds of PDA, such as sexual acts and the likes, are inappropriate. It is okay to express our love publicly, as long as it does not cross boundaries and cause uneasiness to the people around them. 

2. If you are in that situation how would you react?

     If I were in that situation, I would feel a little uncomfortable. However, I would just try adjust to it, as these things happen on a daily basis. I would then educate them if their way of affection gets out of hand. I think that there is nothing wrong in expressing affection publicly, as long as it does not cause any discomfort and uneasiness to the public. I think that people should also be a bit cautious in expressing PDA as they can also get in trouble for this.

3. Why do we need to understand the acceptable and unacceptable teen-age relationships?

    It is important to know the acceptable and unacceptable things within relationships as these help them grow and mature together. Teenagers often express their affection publicly as they are still in the stage of developing responsible relationships. However, they often forget to be cautious in doing so, as they get caught up in their emotions and that they are unaware of their inappropriate actions. Thus, their PDA can cause discomfort and uneasiness to the people around them. They should be educated about the limits of their relationships, so that they know when to step back from the boundary they are about to cross.