Chapter 2

 Define the concept of wellness  Discuss ways to promote physical, mental/emotional, and social health  Propose strategies for managing stress  Describe safety precautions appropriate for various situations  Explain the connection between abstinence and wellness  Identify sources of information about health

 Wellness  Stress  Roles  Defensive driving  Abstinence

 Health has three aspect  Physical health  mental/emotional health  Social health  Wellness – an approach to life that emphasizes taking positive steps toward overall good health

 Taking care of your body  Nutrition – eat the right foods to maintain a healthy body  Physical activity – exercise Look and feel healthier Have greater strength and endurance Maintain an appropriate weight Manage stress effectively Feel more alert  Rest – a good nights sleep  Hygiene – personal appearance  Medical care – regular checkup’s (dental, eye, physical)

 People who are mentally and emotionally healthy think clearly, feel good about themselves and are able to cope with the demands of life.  Learn new information and skills  Put your talents and abilities to good use  Learn from your mistakes  Focus on your strengths  Take responsibility for your actions  Be open-minded and flexible  Develop positive ways to handle your emotions

 Concerns the relationships to those around you.  Family  Friends  Neighbors  Teachers  Classmates  Your ability to communicate and be involved in your community can boost your wellness

 Stress – body’s response when you feel overwhelmed by responsibilities and demands.  The key to dealing with stress is to learn how to manage it effectively.

 When the demands of life exceed your ability to cope with them.  Not all stress is bad  The stress during an athletic game  The stress during a choir recital  The stress before a presentation or test  It will help you to do your best

 At your table identify stressful situations for:  A freshman in high school  New employees  Engaged couples  Senior nearing graduation

 Roles – the parts you play when you interact with others.  Brother/sister  Son/daughter  Niece/nephew  Teacher/student  Each role bring responsibility  Good management skills will help.  Time management  Communications skills

 Learn what helps you to relieve and manage stress  Get moving  Make time for yourself  Talk to someone  Plan ahead  Be realistic  Learn from experience  Learn to say “no”

 In groups develop a ten question survey asking teens how they cope with stress

 Taking responsibility for you health also includes assuming responsibility for your safety.  Be aware of the risks  Be prepared  Stay within your limits  Follow the rules

 Wear a seatbelt  Follow traffic laws  Never mix alcohol and vehicles  Stay focused  Drive defensively  Defensive driving – take steps to minimize the chances of an accident

 No matter where you cannot assume you are immune to crime.  At home  Online  At school  In the community

 It’s easy to assume that nothing will happen to you, however, life happens.  Avoid behaviors that increase the odds of something that will happen.  Abstinence – refusing to engage in high-risk behavior

 Identify three specific things you already do, or plan to do, to show respect for yourself.  What are some resources in the community that help teenagers with questions regarding their wellbeing?