Relationships & Sex
Safeguarding
What Does This Mean?
This topic covers healthy relationships, consent, sexual health, and personal boundaries. A healthy relationship should be based on respect, trust, and clear communication.
Understanding consent and maintaining boundaries is essential in both personal and professional life.
How Might This Affect You as a Distance Learning Student?
Experiencing pressure in relationships
Confusion around consent or boundaries
Relationship issues affecting mental health or studies
Exposure to unhealthy or controlling behaviours
Questions about sexual health or wellbeing
What Can You Do?
Communicate - Be clear about your boundaries and respect others
Recognise red flags - Control, pressure, or lack of respect are not healthy
Seek advice - Speak to someone if you feel unsure or unsafe
Look after your health - Access sexual health services if needed
Who Can Help?
If you need support or advice around relationships, consent, or sexual health, these organisations can help.
