Chart the potential benefits and drawbacks of alternative health therapies. Design symbols representing alternative healing techniques. Standards National Science Education Standards Science in personal and social perspective, Content standard F, grades nine-12 Personal choice concerning fitness and health involves multiple factors. Personal goals, peer and social pressures, ethnic and religious beliefs, and the understanding of biological consequences can all influence decisions about health practices.
Conditions now are different from the conditions in which the species evolved.
But some of the differences may not be good for human health. Suggested time One class period Procedures 1. Conduct a general class discussion about the information to be sure that students understand the content. Divide students into four groups. Have each group research its topic.