appreciate the importance of building their own self-esteem and that of others

welcome individual difference based on an appreciation of their own uniqueness

participate in informed discussions about  the impact of  physical, emotional, psychological and social development in adolescence

recognise how sexuality and gender identity is part of what it means to be human and has biological, psychological, cultural, social and spiritual dimensions

identify short, medium and long-term personal goals and ways in which they might be achieved

apply decision-making skills in a variety of situations

source appropriate and reliable information about health and wellbeing

explain how stereotyping can contribute to a person’s understanding and experience of rights and wellbeing

appreciate the importance of respectful and inclusive behaviour in promoting a safe environment free from bias and discrimination

evaluate how diet, physical activity, sleep/rest and hygiene contribute to self-confidence, self-esteem and wellbeing

critique the impact of the media, advertising and other influences on one’s decisions about health and wellbeing

describe what promotes a sense of belonging in school, at home and in the wider community and their own role in creating an inclusive environment

distinguish between appropriate care giving and receiving

demonstrate the personal and social skills to address pressure to smoke, to drink alcohol and/or use other substances

reflect on the personal, social and legal consequences of their own or others' drug use

critique information and supports available for young people in relation to substance use

use the skills of active listening and responding appropriately in a variety of contexts

use good communication skills to respond to criticism and conflict

describe appropriate responses to incidents of bullying

appraise the roles of participants and bystanders  in incidents of bullying

review the school’s anti-bullying policy and internet safety guidelines explaining the implications for students’ behaviour and personal safety

establish what young people value in different  relationships and how this changes over time

evaluate  attitudes, skills and values that help to make, maintain and end friendships respectfully

recognise their capacity to extend and receive friendship

explain the different influences on relationships and levels of intimacy

analyse relationship difficulties experienced by young people

describe fertility, conception, pre-natal development and birth, and the particular health considerations for each

explain what it means to take care of their sexual health

demonstrate assertive communication skills in support of responsible, informed decision making about relationships and sexual health that are age and developmentally appropriate

reflect on the personal and social dimensions of sexual orientation and gender identity

critically analyse the use of sexual imagery and gender stereotyping in various forms of media

critique the influence of media on their understanding of sexuality and sexual health

explain what it means to have positive mental health

appreciate the importance of talking things over including recognising the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour

practise some relaxation techniques

participate in an informed discussion about mental  health issues experienced by young people and/or their friends and family

appreciate what it means to live with mental ill-health

critique mental health services available to young people locally

explain the significance of  substance use for one’s   mental health

practise  a range of strategies for building resilience

use coping skills for managing life’s challenges

explain the wide range of life events where they might experience loss and bereavement

outline the personal, social, emotional and physical  responses to loss and bereavement

compare how loss and bereavement are portrayed in a variety of contexts and cultures

describe how they might care for themselves and be supportive of others in times of loss or bereavement