Where do we go to next? QUIZ TOMORROW! Be sure to check out the review INFLUENCES ON YOUR HEALTH Where do we go to next? Influences on your health handout

INFLUENCES ON OUR HEALTH WHAT YOU CONTROL AND WHAT YOU DON’T CONTROL HEREDITY ENVIRONMENT Physical, Social & Cultural BEHAVIOR INFLUENCES ON OUR HEALTH

INFLUENCES ON YOUR HEALTH - Heredity We have no control over our heredity. What is handed down to us we are stuck with for the rest of our lives. NO CONTROL CONTROL

INFLUENCES ON YOUR HEALTH - Environment ENVIRONMENT – PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, CULTURAL Your physical environment can affect all areas of your health. The accessibility of parks, exercise facilities have an impact on your health as well as areas of high crime rate. These examples are directly related to an individual’s mental, physical and social well-being. Some other aspects to consider are air quality, condition of where you live, and health care accessibility ENVIRONMENT – PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, CULTURAL Social environment includes your family and other people with whom you come into contact on a daily basis. A person who is surrounded by individuals who show support, love, strength, and encouragement may have a positive self-image. Good social support will help an individual rise above adverse physical conditions. The reverse effect will occur for someone that has an unhealthy social support. At your age, your peers have a heavy influence on your health. What you choose to do based on peer pressure is up to you. ENVIRONMENT – PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, CULTURAL Cultural environment can be an ethnic group, a community, a nation, or an entire section of the globe. The language, the foods we eat, the traditions, and religions we practice are all cultural environment. CONTROL NO CONTROL

INFLUENCES ON YOUR HEALTH - Behavior Behavior is the only influence on our health that we have total control over. The way you choose to act within your environment is up to you. The way you eat, exercise, decisions you make, and the way you act are all behavior. The behaviors you choose to participate in all have a direct impact on your health. NO CONTROL CONTROL

Science vs. Pseudoscience A collection of and the pursuit of knowledge about the natural world drawn from observation & experimentation Pseudoscience Theories & Health Claims that are Described as being based in science when they are not What is the scientific Method?

Science vs. Pseudoscience Understanding the Difference Can you tell the difference between valid information and invalid information? What makes this information invalid? What are some hints or clue that can lead you to believe information might be false

Example http://www.medicinenet.com/stroke_symptoms_and_treatment/page2.htm http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/home/ovc-20117264 http://www.emedicinehealth.com/stroke/article_em.htm https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0024234/

Valid vs. Invalid Find a site that provide valid information on: Dieting Heart Disease Diabetes Type 1 & 2 Depression Anxiety Alcohols Effects on the brain/body

FOCUS ON BEHAVIOR QUIZ TOMORROW THE ONLY INFLUENCE ON OUR HEALTHT THAT WE CAN CONTROL FOCUS ON BEHAVIOR QUIZ TOMORROW

survey 1. I stay away from smoking? 2. I stay away from drinking alcohol? 3. I avoid using illegal drugs? 4. I eat a variety of food each day, including fruits and vegetables? 5. I limit the amount of fats in my diet? 6. I limit the amount of sugars/sweets in my diet? 7. I avoid skipping meals? 8. I participate in aerobic activities for a minimum of 30 minutes 5x/week? 9. I maintain good body weight, not too heavy, not too skinny? 10. I manage stress well? 11. I express my feelings and do not hold them in? 12. I have regular check-ups with my family physician? Find your survey in your packet and fill it out honestly to yourself. This is for your eyes only. You must be honest with yourself if you truly want to reach your full potential! survey Well Being Survey Handout

What skills will you need to succeed? DECISION MAKING, REFUSAL, GOAL SETTING, STRESS MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATION AND SELF-ESTEEM What skills will you need to succeed?

Developing a Sense of Power Creating a Sense of Belonging Self-Esteem Recognizing and Accepting Strengths Having and Imitating a Positive Role Model Developing a Sense of Power Creating a Sense of Belonging

Rechanneling Your Energy Relaxing Laughing Prioritize Stress management Rechanneling Your Energy Relaxing Laughing Prioritize

Problem Solving / Decision Making State the Situation List the Possible Options Weigh the Possible Outcomes Make a Decision Evaluate

Refusal skills Say “NO” Explain Suggest Alternatives Back Up Your Words Leave if Necessary

Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Time Bound Goal Setting Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Time Bound

Communication Clearly Say What You Mean Pay Attention to How You Say Something Be a Good Listener Be Aware of Your Facial Expressions and Gestures

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