REFLECTIONS
What is your definition of risky behavior?
Risk is the degree of danger that goes along with a situation – Risks have pos & neg outcomes
Do you have a responsibility to others when risky behavior is involved?
What goes through your head/mind when YOU make a decision? (small decisions & major ones)
Decision making steps – State the problem – Consider your options – Evaluate the outcomes (pos & neg) – Examine your values Values are beliefs and standards you feel are important – Decide and Act – Review your decision
What is your definition of a relationship?
A relationship is a connection between two or more people.
Name the three parts of communication
The three parts of communication: The COMMUNICATOR (sender) The MESSAGE The ACTIVE LISTENER (receiver)
Describe these types of behaviors: – PASSIVE – AGGRESSIVE – ASSERTIVE
You should strive to be an ASSERTIVE person! – Stand up for yourself in a firm, but considerate way!
List TWO ways YOU resolve conflicts: – A. for SMALL issues – B. for major issues
What is your definition of stress?
Stress is the internal and external response to pressure.
How does your body react/respond to stress? – Head – Mouth – Eyes – Stomach – Bowels – Muscles – Nervous system
What do you do to avoid stress?
Why do you feel some people turn to drugs, tobacco or alcohol to relieve stress?
What does the term psychoactive mean?