Description

A sure sign of maturity is the ability to make wise decisions and personal choices while taking into account the possible consequences. This program demonstrates a four-step process that helps students put their decision into words, understand the part their values play in decision-making, evaluate their options and the possible consequences, and finally, make an informed, well-thought-out decision.

Jake’s parents are divorced and he lives with his mom. His father suggests that Jake come live with him. Jake must go through the difficult process of understanding the pros and cons of such a move as well as his own and his mother’s feelings about such a change. At a party, Rachel impulsively gets drunk. The next day she suffers terribly from a hangover. Rachel realizes that she has a tendency to make impulsive choices and decides to give more thought to the consequences of decisions in the future. Melanie and Jerry had sex without considering the consequences and now are terrified that Melanie might be pregnant. They learn that by not thinking ahead but just letting things happen they are actually making a decision – one that may have a long-term effect on their lives.

Run time: 22 minutes

Includes Printable Teacher’s Guide