Intro Pers Health and Wellness

Catalog description

This course will explore the theories and concepts of individual health and wellness, including the relationship between the concept of self-responsibility and personal health goals. This concept will be utilized in the areas of psychological and physiological health, which include: nutrition, fitness, stress, substance abuse, and overall lifestyle. The lab, lecture, and group discussion format offers opportunities to share opinions regarding the cohesive concepts of health. Specifically, students will consider their own physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and environmental factors that influence an individual's health status. Furthermore, students will gain practical experience through conducting various labs on themselves and classmates. Upon the completion of this course, the student will be able to integrate various methods for determining individuals' health status.