Health Triangle
Risks & Influences
Health Skills
Decision Making & Goal Setting
Ms. Nelligan
100
Name all 3 sides of the health triangle.
Physical, Mental, Social
100
What is a health risk?
Anything that can cause harm to one or more sides of our health triangle.
100
List 5 health skills.
100
Give an example of a decision you have to make every day that can have long-term consequences on your health.
what to eat
when to sleep
who to talk to/hang out with
if you exercise
to study or procrastinate
whether you wear a seatbelt or not
100
What sport does Ms. Nelligan coach at JB?
TRACK & FIELD
200
You can improve your ________ by making new friends.
Social Health
200
List 3 health influences.
Family, culture, environment, economic factors, peers, social media, technology, advertising, sports, etc.
200
What are three ways to manage stress in a healthy way?
deep breathing, exercise, journaling, planning ahead, listening to music, talking to friends, etc.
200
What is the last step of healthy decision making?
evaluate the outcome of your decision
200
What is Ms. Nelligan's favorite animal?
Cats
Specifically, my cat, Whimsicoon.
300
When someone's health triangle is equally balanced, they are said to have ____________.
Total health
300
Tell me whether the risk is immediate or long-term.
-not getting enough sleep
-a sedentary lifestyle
-bullying
- both, but more long-term if it becomes a habit
- long-term
-both, but more long-term
300
1.How can you make sure you are accessing valid health information?
2. What are two reliable sources for health information?
1. checking the url, author credentials, avoiding social media/influencers, etc.
2. medical professionals (doctors/dentists/physical therapists, etc.), cdc.gov and other reliable websites, school nurse or school counselors, etc.
300
SMART Goals: What does the acronym SMART mean?
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Relevant
Timely
300
What is Ms. Nelligan's favorite beverage?
Iced coffee
400
List 3 ways to improve your physical health.
examples:
exercise, sleep habits, nutrition, hydration, injury prevention, etc.
400
What is a cumulative risk? Give an example.
Risks that increase in effect with each added risk.
400
Practicing Healthful Behaviors:
How can you use this health skill to improve each side of the health triangle?
Physical: eat nutrient-dense foods, exercise daily, sleep 8+ hours, stay hydrated, etc.
Mental: take time to relax, hobbies, counseling, etc.
Social: spend time with friends/family, communicate, conflict-resolution
400
Give an example of a SMART goal someone might use to improve their physical health.
examples:
I will sleep at least 8+ hours every night this week.
I will be able to run a mile by the end of March.
I will eat 3 servings of vegetables every day this month.
400
Which track & field event did Ms. Nelligan compete in in college?
pole vault
500
List 7 ways to improve your mental/emotional health.
examples:
journaling, sleep, spending time with friends/family, stress management, staying organized, setting goals, hobbies, talking to someone, pets, friends etc.
500
Which 6 risk factors has the CDC identified as the most significant for people under the age of 24?
1. Tobacco use
2. Unhealthy dietary behaviors
3. Drugs and alcohol
4. Inadequate physical activity
5. Sexual behaviors
6. Behaviors that contribute to injuries or violence
500
1. which health skill could you use to avoid peer pressure?
2. which health skill could you use to make a difference in your community?
3. which health skill would you use to work towards something you want to accomplish?
1. refusal skills
2. advocacy
3. goal setting
500
True or False: setting goals makes you 11-25% more productive.
TRUE! :)
500
On a scale from 1-10 how awesome is Ms. Nelligan?
11
