Unit 3Personal & Consumer Health

Decision Making Steps

1. State the Problem2. Gather relevant information3. List the possible choices/options4. Imagine the Benefits and Consequences5. Who could possibly be affected by your decision

& Consider your Values.6. Who is influencing your choices7. Weigh the Options and Decide8. Act upon you Choice9. Evaluate the Results

Tracy’s Decision Activity & DM Activity

RisksHelp people reach their goals while other

prevent attaining them.Give 1 example of a positive risk.Give 1 example of a negative risk.Risk: Hazard that accompanies a

opportunity.Reasons: Thrill, Gain Approval, Personal

Beliefs, Save Time, Lack of Info., Make Money, Show off, Try Something New, Prove Yourself, Rebel

DECIDE

Risks – Write 1 Negative and 1 Positive Risk for each Reason Given

List 10 Negative Risks Teens Take

List 10 Positive Risks Teens Take

Health Risks

Negative Positive Alcohol Drugs Rides w/ someone that is

DWI/DUI Does not wear seatbelt Carries a weapon Body piercing or Tatoo Suicide Sexual intercourse Eating Disorder Tanning Salon Use of Tobacco Skipping School

Studying Positive Peer Pressure Sports Clubs Good Nutrition Applying for Colleges Healthy Dating Healthy Relationships Goal Setting Defensive Driving Good Communication Skills Outdoor Activities (w/ proper

equipment)

Types of ConsequencesPhysical - harm to bodyLegal – Against the Law (DUI,

Breaking & Entering)Emotional – Affects how the person

feels about him/herself (depression, eating disorders, anger mgmt)

Social – Affects relationships w/ otherAcademic – poor grades, attendance,

etc.Financial – results in expense

TermsHealth Risk – Anything that results in

disease, disability, death, and low quality of life.

Major Risk – Risk that affects many people in a negative way or premature death.

List 3 Major Risks or 3 Health Risks for each Group

TeensElderlyGeneral US PopulationPregnant Woman & FetusDegree of Risk Activity