M12 Overview: Personal Wellness

“I never had a policy; I have just tried to do my very best each and every day.” -Abraham Lincoln

By the end of this section, you will be able to:
Explain why good nutrition is important.
List health problems related to being overweight and obesity.
Explain the general principles of good nutrition.
Make good choices about foods to emphasize in meals and snacks.
List the physical and mental health benefits of regular exercise.
Plan a program of regular exercise that you enjoy and can maintain.
Explain why students need adequate sleep to succeed in college.
Determine how much sleep you need.
Change your habits and routines in ways to ensure you get the sleep you need.
List common causes of stress for college students.
- Describe the physical, mental, and emotional effects of persistent stress.
- List healthy ways college students can manage or cope with stress.
- Develop your personal plan for managing stress in your life.

Here is the content for this session:

Textbook Reading: Lumen Ch. 15: Personal Wellness-Nutrition, Exercise, Healthy Sleep, and Stress Management
Assignment: Module 12 Quiz
Assignment: Continue working on Project B

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