1. What is health?

2. Health The equal combination of physical mental/emotional
social well-being
Ex. Body builder

3. Physical Health adequate rest & sleep good nutrition physical activity
good hygiene
Medical & dental checkups
Avoidance of harmful substances

4. Social Health Cooperation in work & play
Ability to make & keep friends
Ability to give & receive support
Respect for self & others

5. Mental Health Appropriate expression of feelings
Use of positive thoughts & actions
Accepting responsibility
Develop belief system & values

6. Application What activities improve these skills?
Sports- rec, school sanctioned, non-competitive
Clubs- art, drama, DDR, Chess, etc
Church- youth group, retreats, accountability
Hobbies- recycle, fishing, reading, video games, working out
Organizations- scouts, YMCA, band