Adolescence PSHE Lesson 10: Her Weakness

In this KS4 PSHE lesson, students explore the connection between manipulation, gender dynamics, and harmful beliefs about consent and control through Episode 3, Part 3 of the Netflix series Adolescence.

Titled Her Weakness Made Her More Gettable, this lesson examines Jamie’s language and mindset during a pivotal exchange with the psychologist. Through a Socratic Circle discussion, students unpack how boys and young men can be socialised into viewing women as targets rather than individuals, and how entitlement and power can escalate into coercion or violence.

This lesson provides a safe, structured space for students to reflect on manipulation, rejection, emotional vulnerability, and the roots of harmful behaviour — fostering empathy, self-awareness, and respect.

💡 What’s Included in Lesson 10

Each lesson in the Adolescence PSHE series includes:

• PowerPoint presentation (PPTX) – ready-to-teach version

• Editable Canva version – adapt for your class or school context

• PDF version – for easy printing or projection

• Full lesson plan – with objectives, trauma-informed teaching tips, and delivery guidance

• Observation form – for peer or mentor reflection

• Student discussion questions – from the Socratic Discussion Student Book

• Teacher guidance notes – from the Socratic Discussion Teacher Guide

• Project rubric – for summative assessment and end-of-unit evaluation

🧠 In this Lesson, Students Will:

• Explore how manipulation, entitlement, and control are expressed in Jamie’s dialogue

• Discuss how societal messages and online culture shape gender expectations

• Reflect on the emotional consequences of rejection, power, and ego

• Identify early signs of coercive or harmful behaviour

• Consider how empathy and accountability can prevent emotional and physical harm

🧩 Lesson 10 Features:

• Full 60-minute lesson presentation

• Starter and exit reflection tasks

• Clear learning objectives displayed on slides

• Structured Socratic Circle format with timing guidance

• Sentence starters and guidance for sensitive discussion

• Student and teacher resources for reflection and analysis

🧍‍♀️ Perfect For:

PSHE | Citizenship | RSE | English crossover lessons

This resource helps students think critically about gender, consent, and emotional health. It encourages open, respectful discussion about power and control — supporting emotional literacy, empathy, and positive relationship education.

🌱 Themes Explored:

• Coercion and manipulation in relationships

• Entitlement and rejection

• Male vulnerability and ego

• Gender-based expectations and stereotyping

• Early signs of harmful behaviour

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