Chapter 1 Living a Healthy Life - McGraw-Hill Ryerson

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Health InfluencesThere are many influences on your healtheach day. In this activity you will record theinfluences that affect your health for one day.What You’ll Need• pencil and paperWhat You’ll Do1. Divide a sheet of paper into a grid of12 rows and 3 columns. Label thecolumns “Activity,” “Element of Health”(physical, mental/emotional, social),and “Influence.”2. Throughout the day, record activitiesthat influence your physical, mental/emotional, or social health. Identify theelement of health being affected andwhether the influence is positive ornegative. For example: Activity: Workedhard on my science project. Element:Mental. Influence: Positive becauseI am learning new information anddeveloping my thinking skills.Activity: Watched TV and ate cookies.Elements: Physical and mental/emotional. Influence: Negative becausean ad for cookies made me hungry, andI should be physically active instead ofsitting on the couch.3. Compare your grid with that of a classmate.How are your influences thesame, and how are they different? Didyou respond to similar influences indifferent ways? If so, why?Apply and ConcludeIn your private health journal, write aparagraph on what you have learned abouthealth influences. What are the majorinfluences in your life?Your behaviour affects not only your physical health but alsoyour mental/emotional and social health. For example, mastering anew skill can give you a sense of accomplishment and enhanceyour self-esteem. Learning how to resolve conflicts peacefully canhave a positive influence on your relationships with others.MediaThe media is a major influence on health. Media, or the variousmethods of communicating information, includes radio, television,film, newspapers, magazines, books, and the Internet. Although themedia’s main purpose has been to provide information and entertainment,it also plays a powerful role in shaping public opinion.Advances in information delivery systems, such as the Internet,have put access to information from thousands of sources at yourfingertips. Unfortunately, not all sources are reliable or accurate.Lesson 2Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle ● MHR15
www.mcgrawhill.ca/links/healthTo learn more aboutadvances in medicaltechnology, go to theWeb site above for Health:First Canadian Edition tosee where to go next.For example, some advertisers may make exaggerated claims to tryto persuade you to buy a product. For reliable information, stick topublications from professional health organizations, such as theCanadian Medical Association, and the Heart and Stroke Foundationof Canada. Generally, Web sites and publications from accrediteduniversities and government agencies are also reliable sources ofinformation.TechnologyTechnological advances also influence health. Advances in medicalscreenings and treatment for diseases such as heart disease,cancer, and AIDS have helped large numbers of people live longer,healthier lives. Other technological advances help keep our air,land, and water clean. However, advances in technology can havea downside. Technology has replaced many of the physical activitiesthat once were part of daily life. People drive or ride insteadof walk. They may watch TV, play video games, or work on the computerinstead of being physically active. Recognizing the impact ofthese influences can help you live a more active, healthy life.Knowledge and Understanding1. Describe the importance of takingresponsibility for health maintenance bykeeping the three areas of health in balance.2. Define the terms culture and media, andexplain how each influences health.3. Explain how technology has impacted health.Thinking and Inquiry4. Select the side of your health triangle thatyou think is most affected by personalbehaviour. Explain your choice.5. If you were looking for facts about weightlifting, how might you analyse the healthmessages delivered through a Web site fora company that sells weight equipmentversus information provided by the CanadianPediatric Society?Health Skills Application6. Canada is a country of many cultures.Investigate which cultures are representedin or near your community. Select oneand prepare a presentation on traditionsand other factors that might influencethe health of people growing up in thatparticular culture.Communication7. Use presentation software to help youemphasize important points about traditionsand culture.8. Give an example of an activity that positivelyaffects all three areas of your health. Explainhow the activity improves each area of health.16 MHR ● Chapter 1 Living a Healthy Life
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