Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease

HEALTH Physical Mental Emotional Social Spiritual Environmental Occupational

HEALTH You are responsible for your own health What does a healthy individual look like? *health = the combination of physical, mental(emotional), and social well-being. spiritual, occupational, environmental Every decision we make affects our health in some way or another Also affects those around us It’s important to be balanced

PHYSICAL HEALTH *How well your body functions 3 conditions must be met to be considered healthy Perform daily activities Deal with everyday stresses Avoid injury How do you keep a healthy body? 8-10 hours of sleep; 8 cups of water/day; 30-60 minutes of physical activity; avoid ATOD; bathe, brush, floss, shower, etc. daily

MENTAL(emotional) HEALTH *A reflection of how you feel about yourself, meet daily demands of life, and cope with problems that occur People who are mentally healthy: Enjoy challenges; accept responsibility, have a sense of control; can express emotions appropriately; are generally positive; make responsible decisions

SOCIAL HEALTH *ability to interact with others It’s your network of friends and peers NOT having a lot of friends Characteristics include: Seeking/lending support; communicating clearly; listening to others; showing respect

HEALTH CONTINUUM A balanced triangle = wellness *an overall state of total health Health is always changing Sliding scale Could be high one day, low the next- why? Sickness, death in family, disease, etc ½ Americans live with a chronic disease Most are choice related Smoking, inactivity, poor nutrition, obesity, etc…

H.E.A.L.T.H. INFLUENCES HEREDITY: *all traits biologically passed from parents Important to know conditions that run in family ENVIRONMENT: *the sum of your surroundings Physical, social, and culture Neighborhood; school; air quality; access to medical care; availability of parks and rec, etc…

H.E.A.L.T.H. INFLUENCES ATTITUDE LIFESTYLE (BEHAVIOR) TECHNOLOGY/MEDIA Your perceived outlook can affect your health LIFESTYLE (BEHAVIOR) Risk behaviors vs. healthful behaviors TECHNOLOGY/MEDIA HOW OLD YOU ARE (AGE)

RISK BEHAVIORS *Any action that can potentially threaten yours or others health Most risk behaviors can be controlled Choice related Should make safe and responsible decisions CDC identifies 6 high risk behaviors Account for nearly all deaths and disabilities under the age of 24

RISK BEHAVIORS Tobacco Use Unhealthy Diet Inadequate physical activity ATOD use Sexual behaviors Behaviors that contribute to unintentional injuries and violence

RISK BEHAVIORS *Cumulative Risk *Prevention *Abstinence related risks that increase in effect with each added risk *Prevention taking steps to keep something from happening or getting worse *Abstinence Deliberate decision to avoid high-risk behavior

LIFESTYLE FACTORS *personal habits or behaviors related to how a person lives Pos. behaviors increase health & quality of life 8-10 hours of sleep Eating breakfast Variety of nutritious foods Physically active 30-60 minutes/day Maintaining a healthy weight Abstaining from ATOD

HEALTH CARE COSTS $4 trillion ($12000/person) Mostly related to lifestyle choices 19% age 6-11 are overweight/obese 18% age 12-19 are overweight/obese

HEALTH LITERACY *a person’s ability to learn and understand basic health information 4 components Critical thinker Responsible citizen Self-directed learner Effective communicator

HEALTH SKILLS *Specific tool and strategies used to maintain, protect, and improve health Also called life skills Communication Share ideas & feelings; listen carefully Refusal Say no to unhealthy behaviors Conflict Resolution Able to resolve problems in a healthy way

HEALTH SKILLS Accessing Information Analyzing Influences Locate valid sources of information Analyzing Influences Understand how influences affect H.E.A.L.T.H. Practicing Healthful Behaviors Act to reduce risks & protect from injury & illness

HEALTH SKILLS Stress management Advocacy Decision Making Goal Setting Use healthy ways to reduce and manage stress Advocacy Work to improve health (yours and others) Decision Making Use a step by step process to evaluate your options and make healthy choices Goal Setting Set goals and develop a plan to achieve them

REFUSAL SKILLS *Communication strategies that help you say no when urged to take part in unsafe or unhealthful behaviors Say no in a firm voice Explain why Offer an alternative Stand your ground Leave if necessary

STRESS *the reaction of the body to everyday challenges and demands 80% of illness is stress related Staying relaxed and managing time effectively = two best ways to manage stress

Decision Making H.E.L.P. Healthful Ethical Legal Parent Approval

Decision Making State the Situation List the options Weigh the possible outcomes Consider values Make a decision & act on it Evaluate the decision

GOALS Short-term Long-term Action plan Achieved by setting a series of short-term goals Action plan *set of steps used to identify and achieve your goals Details of how you’re going to reach your goal

SMART Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time attached