Unit 6: Health
Learning Objectives
After you have completed this unit you should be able to:
- Describe the major risks of an unhealthy diet and the benefits of healthy eating
- Recognize the temptations not to eat well in a college setting
- Identify techniques for making healthy food choices
- Identify the benefits of regular exercise, for both body and brain
- Identify benefits of sleep for both physical and mental health
- Identify ways to ensure good sleep habits and high-quality sleep, especially during periods of stress
- Explain what substance use and abuse is and identify the warning signs that help may be needed
- Describe the effects of substance misuse on the body
- Identify resources for further information and guidance about substance abuse
- Identify sources of stress, particularly for college students
- Describe the symptoms and effects of chronic stress
- List healthy ways of managing stress that fit your current lifestyle
- Identify the difference between occasional negative emotions and more serious mental health issues, such as anxiety disorder or depression
- Explore practices for ensuring mental health and emotional balance in your life
- Identify resources for further information and guidance about mental health issues
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