Students will explore health problems related to stress and tension through analysis of causative and psycho-social stresses and intervening physiological mechanism. Particular emphasis is placed on prevention and control of stress through techniques such as exercise, neuro-muscular relaxation, biofeedback, and meditation. Health Assessment and Promotion . Credit 3 hours. An examination of the cause, identification and control of selected lifestyle diseases.
Emphasis is placed on risk factor assessment and health screening methodologies.
Health Behavior Change . Credit 3 hours. Students will explore and apply principles of modifying health behaviors on an individual, group, and community level for the prevention of health problems or the adoption of healthy lifestyles. Partial emphasis is placed on improving student competency in communication, decision making and counseling skills for assisting others in confronting personal health concerns. The School Health Program .