Issues of relationships 2 markers

What is meant by ‘responsibilities’?

Responsibilities are actions or duties that you are expected to carry out. These are often a result of religious teachings or moral principles.

What is meant by ‘commitment’?

Commitment is a sense of dedication and obligation towards something or someone. An example of a commitment someone might make are wedding vows, or dedication to a God.

What is meant by ‘adultery’?

Adultery is voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and a person who is not their spouse. It is considered breaking of the marriage vows and unfaithful.

What is meant by divorce?

To divorce is to legally end a marriage and officially ends the marriage contract, meaning both members are free to remarry.

What is meant by cohabitation?

Cohabitation is when two people who are in a sexual relationship live together, without being married.

What is meant by contraception?

Contraception are methods used to prevent a woman from becoming pregnant during or following sexual intercourse. It is used to allow couples to decide when or if they want to have children.

What is meant by ‘gender equality’?

Gender equality is when people of all genders can enjoy the same rights and opportunities in all aspects of their lives. It ensures that women and men are not discriminated against based on their sex.

What is meant by ‘roles’?

Roles are the position, status or function of a person in society, as well as the characteristics and social behaviour that is expected of them. Some examples of roles might include a leader, or communicator.