Health Triangle
What are the three sides to the health triangle?
Physical, Mental/Emotional, and social
What is the definition of risk behaviors?
Anything that could cause harm to oneself or others.
Which pillar of character focuses on treating others the way you want to be treated?
Respect
What does S stand for in SMART?
Specific
Is flu a communicable or non-communicable disease?
communicable
What side of the health triangle deals with stress?
Mental/Emotional
What is one strategy you can use to refuse a risky situation?
Say no, give a reason, suggest an alternative, or walk away.
Why is it important to consider the consequences before making a decision?
So you can predict possible outcomes and choose the safest and healthiest option.
Which part of SMART goals answers the question, “How will I know when I have accomplished my goal?”
Measurable
What are two ways to prevent getting the flu?
Get vaccinated, wash hands often, avoid close contact with sick people, cover coughs/sneezes, and stay home when sick.
How can exercise improve more than one side of the health triangle?
It improves physical health and can also improve mental/emotional health by reducing stress and boosting mood.
Give one example of an alternative activity you could suggest when refusing a risky behavior (partying, vaping, smoking, etc.).
“Let’s go get food instead,” or “Let’s go play basketball.”
Describe how values influence decisions and give an example.
Values guide what a person believes is right or wrong, which affects the choices they make.
Example: If someone values health, they may choose not to vape or drink alcohol.
Is this a SMART goal?
“I will run 2 miles after school three days a week for the next month.”
Which SMART letter does this goal clearly show?
S (Specific), M (Measurable), A (Achievable), R (Realistic), T (Time-bound) — it shows all parts of SMART
How do you reduce the risk of getting a NCD?
Eat a balanced diet, be physically active, avoid tobacco and alcohol, get enough sleep, and manage stress.
Explain how poor social health can negatively affect mental/emotional health.
It can lead to feelings of loneliness, stress, anxiety, or low self-esteem, which impacts mental/emotional well-being.
Explain two reasons why teens may choose to engage in risk behaviors.
Peer pressure, curiosity, stress, wanting to fit in, lack of knowledge about consequences, or media influence.
Choose two pillars of character and describe how they help build healthy relationships at school or on a team.
Respect: Treating others kindly and listening helps prevent conflict.
Responsibility: Doing your part builds trust and dependability.
(Other acceptable pillars: Trustworthiness, Fairness, Caring, Citizenship)
Is this a SMART goal? Why or why not?
“I want to get better at basketball.”
No — it is not specific or measurable. It does not explain what skill, how often, or by when.
Explain the difference between communicable and non-communicable diseases and give one example of each.
Communicable diseases can be spread from person to person (example: flu).
Non-communicable diseases do not spread and are often long-term (example: diabetes or cancer).
A student is feeling stressed, arguing with friends, and not sleeping well. Identify all three sides of the health triangle being affected and explain how they are connected.
Mental/Emotional: Feeling stressed
Social: Arguing with friends
Physical: Not sleeping well
Each side affects the others because poor sleep can increase stress, and stress can harm relationships.
A student is offered a vape at a party. Identify the risk behavior, one possible consequence, and one factor that could help the student make a healthy choice.
Risk behavior: Vaping
Possible consequence: Addiction, lung damage, trouble at school, or health problems
Protective factor: Saying no, positive friends, strong values, or trusted adult support
Explain how using the decision-making process can help someone make a life changing decision
Because it helps people carefully think through options and consequences before deciding.
Write a SMART fitness goal
“I will walk or jog for 30 minutes, five days a week, for the next four weeks to improve my cardiovascular fitness.”
Describe two ways a person can reduce their risk of getting a communicable disease.
Wash hands regularly, get vaccinated, avoid sharing drinks/utensils, cover coughs and sneezes, and stay home when sick.