- A comprehensive examination of the risks and physical and emotional effects of anorexia and bulimia, especially among today's youth. - Offer a To Find Out More section, glossary, and index. Curriculum Standards: Grades 9-12 Health Health: IV - Knows how personal behaviors relate to health and well-being and how these behaviors can be modified if necessary to promote achievement of health goals throughout life (e.g., following a personal nutrition plan to reduce the risk of disease, periodically self-assessing physical ...
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- A comprehensive examination of the risks and physical and emotional effects of anorexia and bulimia, especially among today's youth. - Offer a To Find Out More section, glossary, and index. Curriculum Standards: Grades 9-12 Health Health: IV - Knows how personal behaviors relate to health and well-being and how these behaviors can be modified if necessary to promote achievement of health goals throughout life (e.g., following a personal nutrition plan to reduce the risk of disease, periodically self-assessing physical fitness). - Understands the short-and long-term consequences of safe, risky, and harmful behaviors. - Understands the role of denial as a negative influence on mental and emotional health, and ways to overcome denial and seek assistance when needed. - Knows skills used to communicate effectively with family, friends, and others, and the effects of open and honest communication.
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