Rights and responsibilities of children and adults Children/adolescents’ rights
Adolescence is the period of time during which a child is developing from a child to an adult.
Children and adolescents have a right to: • Love and understanding • Grow up in the care of their family, where possible
• Live in a healthy environment • Receive an education • Protection from cruelty and neglect
Children/adolescents’ responsibilities
Children and adolescents should: • Show respect for others • Obey parents and people in authority • Learn how to behave in society • Be cooperative and dependable in the home
• Participate well in school
Adolescents who behave responsibly: • Have good relationships with siblings, parents and grandparents
Siblings are your brothers and sisters.
• Are good role models for younger children • Are reliable friends and a positive influence on their peers
• Are aware of the needs of others in their community Adults’ rights
Adults have the right to: • Work • Vote • Avail of consumer rights • Sign legal documents • Marry
20.5 Adults’ responsibilities
Adults should: • Provide for their family’s needs • Show respect for others • Set reasonable boundaries (rules) for younger members of the household
• Show respect for all family members • Behave appropriately in society and set a good example
• Be aware of the needs of others in their community
Relationships and roles within the family
A relationship is the interaction between people. The first relationships we form generally occur within the family. In a good relationship, we get along and communicate well with each other. If family relationships are good, it is usually easier to form relationships outside the family unit.
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Strand 2: Responsible Family Living Section 1: The Efficient Home
