Maintaining My Health

Learning ObjectivesDefine emotional well-being and give examples

of positive and negative emotional well-beingDefine mental well-being and its importance to

students Discuss threats to positive mental well-beingDefine spiritual well-being and ways to tap into

spiritualityDefine physical well-beingDescribe the food pyramid and ways to improve

nutritionExplain the importance of getting adequate

exercise and sleep

Learning ObjectivesGroup 1-emotional well-being Group 2-mental well-being Discuss threats to positive mental well-beingGroup 3-spiritual well-being and ways to tap into

spiritualityGroup 4- physical well-being exercise and alcoholGroup 5- Nutrition-food pyramid and ways to

improve nutritionGroup 6- sleep and sexGroup 7-Financial Health

Two students per group.

RequirementsEach group has to have a warm up (Quote, mini activity, prior

knowledge quiz etc.)Lesson-Teach the content using the text and PP-LessonAssignment-Create an assignment or activity related to your topic

(written assignment, article analysis, creative activity etc.) I do have FSCJ req’d assignments that you will also do. SIMPLE but informative

You may show videos or use other materials to educate. You must let me know about and view the additional content or resources that you will present.

You will plan the remainder of this class period and NEXT class period ONLY. On Monday we will start presenting.

Assess your current financial health by completing a Financial Wellness checkup

Describe what a budget is and how to estimate your monthly budget

Identify ways to control your budgetDefine terms related to credit cards, credit

agencies, and debt management. Determine the savings associated with paying off credit card debt.

Evaluate credit card companies’ policies and tactics which target students

Identify what a balanced life can do for you.

Components of a happy lifePleasant life—having as many pleasures as

possible—feeling good right noGood life—involvement in an experience—

being in the zoneMeaningful life—service to something larger

than yourselfTrue happiness involves knowing your

strengths and using them in all three areas of happiness

Emotional Well-beingGeneral measure of how a person feelsCan be positive or negativeImportant because negative emotional events

can cause stress and reduce healthFour main pairs of emotions

Joy/sadnessAnger/fearAcceptance/disgustSurprise/anticipation

Positive emotional well-beingFeeling good about yourself and your decisionsImproves chances for achieving goalsImproves overall healthImproves the quality and the length of your lifeWhat influences emotional well-being

Goals related to core values and convictionsWhat you do for othersStrong support networks

How to improve moodExpress your feelingsThink before you actKeep a balanced life

Mental Well-beingOverall state of mental healthMeasured by activities in which you participateMeasured by ability to adapt to changeMeasured by positive healthy relationshipsThreats to positive mental well-being

Stress—Physical or mentalOverworking of adrenal glandsCommon stressors

Societal (economy) Hassles of life Internalization of societal pressures (Do you think you are

too fat or skinny?)

What do you think are some of the most common stressors for first year college students?

Most common stressors for first year college students

Change in sleeping habitsVacations or breaksChange in eating habitsNew responsibilitiesIncreased class workloadOther stressors

Working while going to schoolFamily issuesFinancial issues

How does your body react to stress?

Reactions to stressNegative perception of stressors leads to

decreased motivation and performanceYou can negate stress with courage,

optimism, faith, and perseveranceTo lessen impact of stress

Recognize and respond to new sources of stressBe preparedTime managementUse study skills and other toolsRecognize when stress becomes more serious

and you need help

What is spirituality?

How do you stay connect spiritually?

Spiritual Well-beingSpirituality—feelings, thoughts, behaviors and

experiences resulting from search for meaning of existence and purpose of life.

Spiritual well-being—positive or negative expression of one’s spirituality

Assists in developing balanced lifePromotes sense of well-being and inner peace and

cope with stressesCreate personal spiritual well-being

Nature, art, meditation, prayer, ritualConnect with things that give you comfortPractice mind-body techniques like relaxation, yogaEngage in music, sports, volunteering

Mental health video

Explain to the class how sex, the lack of sleep, poor nutrition and the lack of exercise could negatively effect a college students academic performance.

Physical Well-beingGood or satisfactory condition of your bodyNutritionRestExerciseTaking care of medical conditions

ExerciseBodily exertion for the sake of maintenance or

improvementNeeds to fit into your lifestyle easilyTry to exercise 30-60 minutes per day—but

work up to that if you have not been exercisingBalance different types of exercise

Aerobic—walking, running, swimming continuously to keep your heart rate up

Strength training—using weights (or your own body weight) to build muscle tissue

Balance—helps prevent injury

Let’s Exercise!!!!

NutritionEveryone has genetic predispositions to

different diseases like heart disease or diabetes

Nutrition is an environmental choice that can either make things worse or better

Obesity is very prevalent in the population—65% of population is overweight, 31% obese

Fast food eating patterns and convenience foods make it easy to eat the wrong kind of foods

Food pyramid

To see how you are doingGo to http://www.mypyramid.govUse My Pyramid Plan and My Pyramid Tracker

to determine whether you are meeting dietary guidelines

Healthy Snack! Yum Yum!

SleepRegular, adequate sleep improves learning

and memoryInadequate sleep leads to lower satisfaction

with life, weight gain, and depressionInadequate sleep may lead to suppressed

immune system or abuse of drugs or alcoholBetter Sleep Council recommends at least 7.5

hours of quality sleep per night

Improving sleep patternsKeep same sleep patterns every day, even on

weekendsDevelop bedtime routinesKeep environment suitable for sleep- dark, coolHave a comfortable pillowKeep work out of the bedroomAvoid nicotine, caffeine, and alcohol before bedDo not eat heavy meals within 2-3 hours of

bedtime

SexCan lead to stressConsider the consequences before you get

intimatePregnancySexually transmitted diseases

Take proper precautions

AlcoholCentral nervous system depressantImpairs higher cognitive functioning and

reasoningAssociated with accidents and deathOften abused by college students

30% of college students report symptoms of abuse

40% report abuse or dependence

Teen Alcohol Video

Financial literacyMoney mattersDo a Financial Wellness CheckCan you track the money you spend?Income vs ExpensesIncome—from employment, scholarships, financial

aid, loansExpenses—costs and expenditures

Fixed expenses—same amount every month—rent, mortgage, car payments, cell phone, utilities

Variable expenses—change each month—food, especially if you eat out, entertainment, transportation

BudgetingPlan for estimating how to spend your incomeFewer than 40% of people actually create and use a

budgetStart by tracking your expenditures Use forms you can find onlineGet financial information organizedBorrow only what you need—avoid loans when

possible—use grants or scholarships instead—or you will be paying a long time

Take advantage of your bank’s servicesOnce you establish a budget, stick to it

Reflection-Create a Budget

Ways to save moneyAlways track your expendituresEat out only once in a whileSee movies during lower priced times, or if you can

wait, rent them, or check them out from the libraryDetermine if purchases are things you need vs

things you wantLive with roommatesClip and use couponsUse prepaid phone cards for long distanceUse public transportationHave friends who also want to live a thrifty lifestyle

Credit card debt2/3 of students who graduate with a 4 year

degree have credit card and student loan debtUse credit cards wisely

Use to establish good creditUse in emergenciesUse when they offer replacement insurance on

a purchaseUse when it is not safe to carry too much cashUse to leverage your purchasing power

But pay your bills

Credit HistoryRecord of how you have paid your debt

(amount owed for monies borrowed)You need a good history to make major

purchases like a house or carCredit history can affect employmentMaintained by credit agencies or bureaus.You can get a free copy of your credit report

once a year.

Why you should not get a credit cardIt allows you to live beyond your meansIt may lead to bankruptcyOpen credit reduces your credit ratingCourtesy checks are too convenientInterest rates vary and can be higher for studentsMany online credit card purchases are not secureStudents with credit cards may be asked by friends

to pay for thingsIntroductory rates mislead youApplying is just as bad as opening a charge accountFor the promotional t-shirt they are offering

If you get into trouble with debtDetermine how long it will take you to get out

of troubleConsider contacting a reliable credit counselor

National Foundation for Credit CounselingAssociation of Independent Consumer Credit

Counseling AgenciesTake advantage of financial literacy educationGo to: http://www.mymoney.gov

Guidelines for a balanced lifeAvoid tobaccoResist illegal drugsAvoid abusing prescription drugsUse seat belts and car seats properlyVisit your doctor for regular checkupsExercise regularlyEat a healthy dietControl cholesterol and blood pressureGet enough restTake breaks and vacationsUse sunscreen when you are outside—avoid tanning beds If you drink, do so in moderation If you have sex, practice safe sexMaintain friendships with people who share your concern

about a healthy lifestyleDevelop and maintain your financial health