1. Ch. 2 lesson 1 Lesson 1 terms Communication skills Refusal skills
Building self-esteem
Stress management skills
Accessing reliable information

2. Ch. 2 lesson 1 objectives
Explain how health skills contribute to total health
Describe how effective communication skills and the use of refusal skills can benefit one’s health
Evaluate media messages to make informed, healthful choices
Access reliable sources of health info

3. Communication skills Clearly say what you mean
Pay attention to how you say something
Be a good listener
Be aware of your body language

4. Refusal skills Say no Explain why you are refusing
Suggest alternatives to proposed activity
Back your words up with body language
Leave if necessary

5. Strategy for building self-esteem
Examine the message you send yourself
Focus on things you do well

6. Stress management skills
Re-channel your energy
Relax
Laugh

7. Accessing reliable information
Consider the source
Consider the angle