Wellness and the Health Triangle

Wellness and the Health TriangleChapter 1 Section 1Warm-UpWrite three choices you made in the last week that may have affected your health. Also, you should note if the choices affected your health in a positive or negative way.

Example: Went to the dentist- PositiveLearning TargetsI can define health and wellnessI can identify the three sides of the health triangleI can discuss the importance of practicing good health habits.What is HealthWhat are some words that come to mind when you hear the word health? (list them on your Daily handout sheet) ** leave room to answer 5-6 questions

Health involves more then just physical well-being.Do you know students who always get into fights?Are they healthy?Do you know someone who is unhappy no matter what they do?Being in good physical shape is important, however there is more than that to good health.Foundations of HealthHealth is a combination of physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being.

Physical Health- includes total care of your body. Keeping your body fit, practicing cleanliness and good grooming habits, and eating a balanced diet.

Mental/Emotional Health- includes liking who you are and accepting yourself.Expressing emotions in a healthy way, facing life's problems, and dealing with its pressures and stresses in a positive way.

Social Health- getting along with othersWorking or playing well in a group, making and keeping friends, and giving and getting support when needed.

The Health TriangleEach side of your triangle is equally important to good health. By working to keep the sides balanced, you will be on your way to becoming a healthy person.

Wellness is an overall state of well-being. It involves doing you best in all three sides of the health triangle. ActivityHealth TriangleRelationship between social health and physical health

People who are socially isolated are more likely to get sick and less likely to survive major illnesses.Having a supportive network of family and friends can improve resistance to and recovery from illness.Even animals can help with recovery ratesWhy do you think soP. 7 Mind-body connection

Stress ManagementToo much stress can weaken immune systemRaise blood pressure = risk of heart attack

The Wellness Continuum

Turn to page 8Wellness is a continuum ranging from death to optimal health. You can choose your behaviors to move closer to optimal health.The choices you make regarding your health now will influence your wellness for the REST of you life.

Where do you think most people fall on the scale?QuestionsSocial health involvesa. taking care of your bodyb. liking who you arec. getting along with othersTrue or FalseToo much stress is okay for your body.

Wellness ContinuumHealth falls somewhere on a line (continuum) from a high level to a low level.Choices determine whether YOU have a High or Low level of Health.

Low Level of HealthLack of Energy, inattention, minor aches and painsChronic DisordersDisability

High Level of HealthExhibit a high degree of responsibility, discipline, and positive direction in life.Accept responsibility for their health.Free from aches and pains

The Wellness ContinuumCan you think of choices you make that help maintain your wellness?

Can you think of areas that need improvement?

What can you do to work toward maintaining a high level of wellness for yourself?QuestionsUse your own words to explain the difference between health and wellness.

What are three signs of a person whose health triangle is not balanced.

Taking Responsibility for Your HealthChapter 1 Section 2Warm-UpDivide the top of your daily worksheet for todays date into 3 columns and write one of the following terms at the top of each column:-Hair Color-Eye Color-HeightUnder each term name the family members with whom you share the above traits. Wednesday_______________________ Hair Color Eye Color Height

Learning TargetsI can understand how health is affected by heredity, environment, and available health careI can recognize my responsibilities for good health habitsI can explain the value of health education

Factors That Affect Your HealthThe health choices you make every day are a major factor in your total health.In addition to your choices, other factors affect your health that you have little or no control over.They are:HeredityEnvironmentAvailable Health CareHeredityHeredity is the passing on of traits from your parents as a result of the transmission of genes.Your heredity traits includeEye and skin colorBody buildPatters of growthand much more

Knowing family history of disease is importantYou can change your lifestyle factors to reduce risksEx. Parents have history of heart attacks, you can prevent by exercising and eating healthyEnvironmentEnvironment is the sum total of your surroundingsIt includes the place where you live, the school you attend, and the people you see oftenWhere you live can be importantExamples: Lots of sun or little sunPeople affect health choices (positively or negatively)

Critical ThinkingYour environment has been extended by TV. Name at least one positive influence and one negative influence that TV has had on the choices you make.

Available Health CareAvailable Health Care is determined by where you live

Living in a large city = more doctors and clinics to choose from vs. a small town

To get the most out of the available health care you need to get regular checkupsFamily DoctorDentistEye Doctor

Factors that Affect Your HealthAlthough you have little to know control over your Heredity, Environment, or Available health care, the way you behave has an effect on them.

Your behavior is the way you act in many different situations and events in life.Since you can control your behavior, you need to do everything you can to make health choices that are best for you.

QuestionsWhat things can you do to make healthy choices for yourself?Talk to the person next to you and list as many things as you can that someone your age can do to improve your health.

2.What makes up your environment?Taking ControlTaking control of your health depends on more that just recognizing healthy choices.

Your personal attitudes your feelings and beliefs also play a role in how well you take care of yourself.

Attitude also includes the way you feel about yourself.If you like yourself and feel others do too, you will want to take care of yourself.Steps to Responsible HealthTaking care of your health is your responsibility3 basic steps you should take in accepting responsibilities for your health are:Find out how much you know about your health.This includes knowing at any time your health level on each of the 3 sides of the health triangle.Self inventory p. 25Get good, reliable info on how to stay healthy or improve your healthTake ActionSet realistic goals for yourself Safe, satisfying, sensible, similar, specific, supportedShaping Your FuturePeople who practice lifestyle factors appear to live longer happier lives.Positive Lifestyle Factors can affect your life now and for years to come.1.Never miss breakfast2.Eating three meals a day at regular times3. Getting 8 to nine hours of sleep each night (video)4.Staying at recommended level of weight5.Doing Vigorous exercise for 30 minutes at least 5 days a week.6.Avoid tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs7. Engage in positive relationships with others

Staying InformedGood health is an important part of your lifeHealth Education means providing health information in such a way that influences people to change their attitudes and take positive actions regarding their health.

The goal of health education is to help people live long productive lives.Questions3.Name and explain two lifestyle factors you would consider adopting to improve the quality of your health?

4.What is one step you can take in accepting your responsibility for your healthcare:Look onlineYell when you are madGet good, reliable information on how to stay healthyWords to knowTurn to page 10 in your book:Write a definition for each word or term under the words to know.Use each word in a sentenceMaking Decisions About HealthChapter 1 Section 3Warm-UpThink about a decision they made recently, such as what to wear, which movie to see, or which course to take. List them all on your warm-up sheetLearning TargetsI can distinguish between reasonable and unreasonable risksI can discuss the importance of taking precautionsI can follow a six-step process to arrive at healthy decisions that affect themselves and others

Words to know ActivityEveryone gets four note cards.

Directions:-On one side write one of the words to know at the top of page 18 on each card-On the other side describe an example of that wordDecisions Come in All SizesGood mental health is being able to face problems and on work on finding solutions to them.

We all have problemsSome majorSome minor

Decision making can be used to solve many of these problems.Examining the RisksMany actions you take involve risksA risk behavior is the possibility that an action may cause injury or harm to you or others.

When you take a risk you expose yourself and others to possible danger.

You cannot avoid all risks

Unreasonable vs. Reasonable RisksRiding in a carJaywalkingPlaying footballUsing tobacco, drugs, or alcoholIce skatingUsing a saw to cut a sandwich

Unreasonable risk can be avoided and/or is likely to cause injury.think of it as this is not reasonable to do.

Reasonable risk cannot be avoided and/or is unlikely to cause injury

Examining the RisksYou can cut down on the risks you take by planning ahead and taking precautions.A precaution is a planned action taken before an event to increase the chances of a safe outcome.Example: learning to ski can be high risk, however you can make it less risky by using safe equipment and taking ski lessonsPrecautionsBefore making any major decisions, think about the risks involved. Then ask yourself these questions.Are they necessary risks?If the risks are reasonable, what precautions can I take to increase my chances of a safe outcome?If I am taking risks to show off or feel important, what could I do instead to feel better about myself?

G.R.E.A.T Decision Making ModelDecision making is the process of making a choice or finding a solution.

Evaluating Your DecisionAfter you made your decision and taken action, reflect THINK on what happened.What was the outcome? Was it what I expected?How did my decision affect each part of my health triangle?How did my decision affect the way I feel about myself?What effect did my decision have on others?What did I learn? Would I take the same action again?Questions1.What does the E stand for in the GREAT decision making model?

2.What does the T stand for in the GREAT decision making model?

Using the Making GREAT Decisions ModelSina is on her way to school when Martya boy she likespulls up in his car with his friends.They are planning to skip school and want her to come. She notices some beer in the back seat.What should Sina do?

Sinas Decision

Using the Making GREAT Decisions ModelGIVE Thought to the Problem Sina stops to think before making her decision.REVIEW Your Choices Sina has at least three choices.Skip school and go with themSay No, thanks.Suggest they get together another time

Using the Making GREAT Decisions ModelEVALUATE the Consequences of Each ChoiceIf she skips school, she could get in trouble, and could be at risk.If she says No, she will not get in trouble, but she will miss a chance to be with Marty.If she suggests another time, she will not get in trouble, and she could get to be with Marty laterbut does she want to?

Using the Making GREAT Decisions ModelASSESS and Choose the Best Choice Sina realizes she does not want the stress of lying and putting herself at risk. She decides to say, No, thanks.

THINK It Over Afterward Sina thinks about her decision later. She is glad she didnt have to lie or worry about getting in trouble.Question3.Explain why considering your values and the values of your parents or guardians when weighing your options is such an important step in the decision-making process?

4.Flow chart poster- Show all 5 steps of the GREAT decsion making process for the following question.Should I go to college after high school?Setting Goals & Making Action PlansChapter 1 Section 4Warm-UpMake a list of skills you have tried to master andaccomplishments you have tried to achieve throughoutyour life.(example: how to ride a bike or how to play the piano)Learning TargetsI can explain the meaning of self-esteemI can explain the importance of setting long-term and short-term goalsI can describe how the action plan can help achieve goals.

Kinds of GoalsA goal is something you work toward and hope to achieve. (map)Short-term goals can be achieved in days or weeks.Long-term goals may take months or years to achieve.Might consist of several small short term goals

Why Set Goals?Goals are important to your self-esteem, or the way you feel about yourself.

People who set goals and achieve them feel better about themselves and about their lives.

If you do not have any goals, then ask yourself why?Are you afraid of failing?Are you afraid of being made fun of?How can you remove these obstacles?Questions1.A type of goal that can be accomplished in two weeks would be aShort-term goalLong-term goalQuick goalSix Suggestions for Setting GoalsSafe Goals should not be harmful to you or others.Satisfying You should feel good about yourself when you reach your goals.Sensible Set realistic goals that you can really hope to achieve.Similar Set goals that work well together and do not contradict one another.Specific The steps to achieve your goals should be clear.Supported Your goals should be supported by your parents or other responsible adults.

Make an Action PlanAn action plan is a set of directions that help you reach a goal.Includes step-by-step directions to meet goalIncludes an end date in which you will meet your goalList the rewards you will have when you reach your goal.Know which influences can hurt you and which influences can help you as you work toward your goal.Track your progress regularly.

Questions2.Have a goal to loose weight and making desserts would not work because the two goals are not:SpecificSimilarSensible

3.A set of directions to help you reach a goal is called anAction planReward systemGoal4.Can you name the six Ss (Suggestions for goal setting)?Action PlansDirections:

Choose a short-term goal for yourselfWrite how your goal satisfies each of the six suggestions for setting goalsCreate a step by step action plan to accomplish your goal. Dont forget to include a goal date! (when do you want to accomplish it by?)State why you want to reach this goal.Write the positive and negative influences related to reaching your goal.