HEALTH EDUCATION - GRADES 7-9

In order to satisfy the state requirement, health education (grades 7-9) should deal significantly with:

· Mental and Emotional Health
· Substance Use and Abuse*
· Consumer Health
· Nutrition and Fitness Aging
· Emergency Intervention*
· Diseases and Disorders*
· Community and Environmental Health*
· Human Sexuality/Family Life* (See Idaho Code Page 5.01)

*In accordance with IDAPA 08.02.E.3, HW/AIDS education has been integrated into appropriate content areas within the comprehensive health education program.

I.Mental and Emotional Health

A.    Goal:

Students will understand and demonstrate the key components to positive mental health.

Objectives:
Students will

1. identify the characteristics of a mentally healthy individual.

2. identify basic human needs necessary for positive emotional health.

3. identify healthy ways of communicating and meeting one's emotional needs.

4. analyze and identify values believed to be important to self, community and society.

5. recognize that the individual's personality is comprised of a variety of components and is unique.

6. identify the components that affect or alter self-concept

7. explain and practice decision-making with an emphasis on peer pressure.

8. define and identify ways of dealing with stress.

9. identify common mental disorders.

10. identify several types of physical and emotional abuse inside/outside the family.

11. recognize signs and symptoms that may indicate suicidal tendencies.

12. investigate places where troubled individuals and families can get help.

II. Substance Use and Abuse

A.    Goal:

Students will recognize and understand the magnitude of the substance use/abuse problem and its impact on the individual and society.

Objectives:
Students will

1.demonstrate knowledge of the types and effects of various chemical substances.

2. understand that the use, misuse and abuse of chemical substances are influenced by a variety of factors.

3. interpret the role of business and advertising in the sale of drugs.

4. cite the factors and influences and describe value conflicts related to decisions regarding drug-taking behavior.

5. apply the decision-making process/refusal skills in making drug-related choices and understand the importance of peer assistance.

6. examine the behavior changes associated with substance use/abuse and the increased risk of HIV infection, other sexually transmitted diseases, and unplanned pregnancy.

7. identify the relationship between substance use/abuse, risk taking behavior and accidental injury.

8. cite alternative ways to interact socially and resolve conflict without using substances.

III. Consumer Health

A.    Goal:

Students will recognize and critically interpret a wide variety of health information and practices.

Objectives:
Students will

1. identify, define, and describe a consumer.

2. identify their own needs versus wants in relation to products and services.

3. identify and evaluate basic advertising schemes regarding objectivity and accuracy (i.e. age specific advertising).

4. differentiate and determine appropriateness of medical diagnosis versus self-assessment and self-diagnosis.

5. identify and relate health career opportunities within the various content areas.

IV. Nutrition and Fitness

A.    Goal:

Students will recognize that proper nutrition is important to efficient function of the body and quality of life.

Objectives:
Students will

1. recognize nutrients and identify their specific function within the body.

2. utilize the basic food groups m planning and evaluating dietary choices.

3. recognize and evaluate the benefits of a well-balanced diet as essential to total health.

4. describe the relationship that exists between nutritional behaviors and disease.

5. identify accepted practices in the preservation and preparation of food and their relationship to good health.

6. identify, examine, and select sound and pertinent sources of nutritional information.

B. Goal:

Students will understand the value of physical activity as it relates to their total well-being.

Objectives:
Students will

1. identify the various components of fitness.

2. describe the benefits of physical activity.

3. recognize the elements of a good workout (i.e. frequency, intensity, and duration).

V. Aging

A. Goal:

Students will recognize and understand the aging process and the changes that occur during the life cycle.

Objectives:
Students will

1. identify and discuss the changes that take place throughout the life span.

2. describe physiological, psychological and social changes that take place during the aging process.

3. differentiate between the myths and reality of aging and the elderly.

4. discuss the societal impact of an aging population.

VI. Emergency Intervention

A.    Goal:

Students will understand the impact of accidents on young people and develop a working, practical knowledge of first aid techniques.

Objectives:
Students will

1. identify, examine and describe the causes and effects of accidents.

2. recognize and identify the hazards that exist in one's environment and methods of risk reduction.

3. prioritize procedures to be initiated when confronted with a life threatening situation

4. recognize the need and demonstrate the ability to perform basic emergency techniques and procedures.

5. describe universal precautions in handling blood and other body fluids.

VII.    Diseases and Disorders

A.    Goal:

Students will recognize and understand the disease process and the relationship between individual behavior and prevention.

Objectives:
Students will

1. describe physiological, biological, chemical, and mechanical means of preventing and controlling disease.

2. identify components of the disease process.

3. identify the mental, emotional, and social factors which affect the disease process and its prevention and control.

4. relate the effects of diseases to short term, long term, or permanent disability.

B. Goal:

Students will identify and classify aspects of diseases and their relationship to individual and group behavior.

Objectives:
Students will

1. describe the individual's role in the transmission, prevention and control of communicable diseases, with particular emphasis on sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

2. recognize and understand the implications of the disease HIV/AIDS including source, process, transmission, high risk behaviors, treatment, prevention and psychosocial impact.

3. apply knowledge of prevention and control of communicable disease to the individual, the family, and the community.

VIII.    Community and Environmental Health

A.    Goal:

Students will understand the concept of community and their role as individuals in a social environment.

Objectives:
Students will

1. identify personal actions that might contribute to the enhancement and/or deterioration of community health.

2. analyze ways social issues (racism, ageism, sexism, war, poverty, hunger) can impact community and personal health.

3. discuss prejudice and discrimination and their personal and societal impact.

B. Goal:

Students will recognize that high levels of personal/global wellness can only be attained if the environment is conducive to well-being.

Objectives:
Students will

1. examine and describe major sources of pollution (air, water, solid waste, noise).

2. cite ways in which the individual affects the environment.

3. understand the relationship between natural resources and recycling (glass, paper, aluminum, etc.).

IX. Human Sexuality/Family Life (See Idaho Code Page 5.01)

A.    Goal:

Students will understand human sexuality as a developing aspect of self and how it relates to total well-being.

Objectives.
Students will

1. identify, compare and contrast the structure and function of the male and female reproductive systems.

2. identify the significance of basic human needs and how to meet them in a manner that fits accepted values.

3. discuss sex roles, stereotyping, sexual orientation, and alternative lifestyles

4. identify the relationships between high risk sexual behavior and STD/HW infection.

5. discuss the options available for prevention of lily infection and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

6. identify the responsibilities and consequences inherent in sexual relationships.

B. Goal:

Students will understand the significance of close relationships within and outside the family unit.

Objectives:
Students will

1. discuss responsibilities that friends and family have for one another in all levels of relationships.

2. identify the purposes of dating and develop dating criteria.

3. demonstrate and practice ways to cope with interpersonal conflicts.