Introduction to health sciences

Topics Covered in This Course:

In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics: Promoting healthy behavior change Psychosocial health: being mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually well Managing stress: coping with life's challenges In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics: Violence and abuse: creating healthy environments Healthy relationships and sexuality: making commitments Birth control, pregnancy, and childbirth: managing your fertility In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics: Licit and illicit drugs: use, misuse, and abuse Alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine: daily pleasure, daily challenges Nutrition: eating for optimum health In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics: Managing your weight: finding a healthy balance Personal fitness: improving health through exercise Cardiovascular disease: reducing your risk In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics: Cancer: reducing your risk Infectious and noninfectious conditions: risks and responsibilities Life's transitions: the aging process Environmental health: thinking globally, acting locally Consumerism: selecting health care products and services Complementary and alternative medicine: new choices and responsibilities for healthwise consumers