1. Chapter One You and Your Health

2. Elements of Health Pre-Quiz on wellness Three Elements of Health – Physical (nutrition, exercise, medical check-ups, hygiene) – Mental (expressing emotions, dealing with stress, confidence; can also include spiritual health) – Social (relationships with others, getting along, communicates well)

3. Defining Health and Wellness Health- the combination of your physical, mental and social well being Wellness- an overall state of well-being Health Triangle

4. Promoting Your Health and Health Literacy Lifestyle factors- personal behaviors and habits related to the way a person lives their life. Prevention- practicing healthy habits to keep a person free from disease or accident. Health literate- the ability to obtain, interpret and understand basic health information – Critical think or problem solver – Responsible, productive citizen – Self-directed learner – Effective communication skills

5. Influences on your Health Heredity- traits and properties that are passed biologically from parents to child. – Ex. Hair or eye color, tendencies, disease Environment- sum total of your surrounding – Physical – Social (family, friends, teachers) Peers- people of the same age who share similar range of interest – Cultural Culture- collective beliefs, customs, and behaviors of a group

6. Influences on your Health Behavior – Examples of behavior – Risk factors- actions or behaviors that pose a health threat – Protective factors Abstinence- voluntarily choosing not to do something Develop a positive role model Develop positive values – Values- beliefs and standards of conduct that you find important

7. Influences on Health Media and technology

8. Building Health Skills Health skills- tools and strategies that lead to better and more informed health choices

9. Building Health Skills Social Health Skills – Communication- sending and receiving information from others Clearly say what you mean Pay attention to how you say something Be a good listener Watch body language Be an active listener – Refusal Skills- techniques that can help you refuse when urged to take part in unsafe or unhealthy behaviors Say no Explain why Suggest an alternative Back it up with body language Leave

10. Conflict Resolution Step away from argument Let conflict subside Use good communication Maintain an attitude of respect

11. Self Esteem Self-esteem- the confidence and self worth that you feel about yourself. – Examine the messages you send yourself – Focus on things that you do well

12. Stress Management Stress- the reaction of the body and mind to everyday demands – Re-channel your energy – Relax – Laugh

13. Assessing Information Consider the source Consider the angle

14. Goal Setting Goal- something that you work toward that takes planning and work – Measurable – Time specific – Long term goals – Short term goals

15. Decision Making What is the situation? List the options Weigh the possible outcomes (healthful, ethical, legal, parent approved) Consider values Make a decision and act on it Evaluate the decision