Health Test Review

What 5 questions should you ask before doing your decision? Is it safe? Is it legal? Is it healthy? Does it respect myself and others? Does it follow my parents guidelines?

What are six steps to good decisions?

1. Identify the problem

2. Consider your values

3. List the opinions

4. Weigh the consequences

5. Decide and act

6. Evaluate your choice

Learning Objects Define what a decision is

Identify at least 3 things that influences your decision making

Explain the difference between positive, neutral, and negative consequences

Summarize the six steps involved in making a decision

Effectively use the 6 step model in various scenarios presented

Explain what it means to be accountable for your decisions

What is Decision? A decision is the act of making a choice or

coming to a solution Many decisions involve risk which is a

behavior with an element of danger or harm to yourself or others

A person can cut down at their own risks in a situation when they plan ahead and take precautions

(a planned action taken before an event to increase the chances of a safe outcome)

What is a good decision? A good decision is one in which you

have to carefully considered the outcome of each choice

When making a good decision, you want to make the best choice possible

Good decisions are responsible decisions. They will be decisions you will be proud of having made

What Influences Your Decisions? An Influence is something or someone

that makes you want to choose one thing over another

It is important to have positive influences around you

What Influences Your Decisions? Personal values and character Family Peers and friends Your environment Media Culture

What are the Consequences of your decisions? A consequence is a result of an action

you take. There are 3 types of consequences

Positive consequences help you and/or others

Negative consequences do harm to you and others

The Decision Making Process

Step 1#Identify the problem The first step in the making a decision is

to identify the problem. When you know. The real problem, you can figure out

what decision to eventually make

Step 2# Consider your values Value are the beliefs that you consider

of great importance Considering your values will guide you

in the right direction as you make decisions

Step 3# list the options Options are different choices you can

make It may be helpful to ask for suggestions

of trusted positive influences Risking your health or the health of

others in NEVER an option

Step4#weigh the consequences What are the possible benefits and risks

for each option you have come up with? When you weigh the consequences of a

possible decision, you compare the benefits and risks of your opinions. Every option will have risks and/or benefits to consider

When considering your choices, you might use the H.E.L.P. Formula

Step 5# decide and act Choose the course that seems the best

and supports your values Make sure you are comfortable with

your decision and how it may affect you and others

If you are unsure about your decision, talk to a trusted adult

Some decisions may take longer to make than others

Step6# Evaluate your decisions After decision is made, these are some

questions you ask yourself to make sure you are making good decisions:

Did I uphold my values? Do my parents approve of my choice? Do I feel good about my actions?

Accountability When you make a decision, you are

responsible for making that choice and the consequences that go with it.

The H.E.L.P. Formula

H=(healthful)

E=(ethical)L=(legal)P=(parent approval)

Will my choice affect my well-being or the well being of others

Will my choice show respect for myself and other people

Will I be breaking the law? Is it legal for someone my age?

Would my parents approve of my decision?

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