Chapter 3 Problem Solving

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.2 Chapter Objectives 1.Explain the significance of health risks 2.Describe the purpose of the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System 3.Explain why problem solving is important 4.List problem-solving skills 5.Demonstrate how to develop a mind map 6.Explain the problem-solving process

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.3 Introduction Problem solving is a unique human skill It can contribute to human health and wellness

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.4 Risk Factors Risk factors: behaviors and conditions that can cause harm to health and well-being Short- and long-term risk factors Most risks can be controlled Major risks and causes of teen mortality are related to short-term risky behaviors (continues)

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.5 Risk Factors (continued) Major risks and causes of adult mortality are primarily related to long-term habits Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System –Survey developed by CDC and Health Promotion –It is used to calculate the percentage of teens who engage in health-risk behaviors Controllable risks

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.6 Thinking as a Way to Control Risks Problem solving has different approaches Problem solving can be learned Critical thinking: ability to evaluate ideas so you can better direct your actions –Aspects of critical thinking –Reasoning –Creativity

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.7 Mind Mapping Technique to organize thoughts and ideas using both sides of the brain –Left side of brain is logical; right side is artistic –Mind maps are written with words, lines, drawings, and color –Features of a mind map (continues)

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.8 Mind Mapping (continued) Steps to create a mind map 1.Use one piece of paper 2.Draw and label a circle or image for your main subject in the center of the paper 3.Write key words or draw images associated with the subject on the branches 4.Add detail words and connect them to key words with wavy lines

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.9 Problem Solving Skills and patience are required Problems may have more than one solution IDEAL problem-solving method –I = Identify problem –D = Describe possible solutions –E = Evaluate each solution –A = Act on the solution –L = Learn

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.10 Decision Making Important part of problem solving Decision-making model Decision-making table Take time when making important decisions Prepare ahead to make decisions about behaviors that affect your health and lifestyle

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.11 Summary Risk factors are behaviors and conditions that can cause harm to your health, including illness and death Good problem-solving and decision- making skills can help you decrease and manage risk factors (continues)

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.12 Summary (continued) Problem-solving and decision-making skills can be learned Learning processes and models can further improve these skills