IB MYP Grade 8 Physical and Health Education | Health, Well‑being & Safety by Prakhar Chauhan | Learn Smarter
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Health, Well‑being & Safety

This chapter focuses on the various determinants of mental, emotional, and social wellness for adolescents. It provides insights into advanced stress management, safety audits, injury prevention, and first-aid procedures, encouraging the application of coping strategies and tailored programs for wellbeing. The content blends theoretical frameworks with practical applications, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of health and safety protocols.

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Sections

  • 1

    Mental & Emotional Wellness

    This section explores the determinants of mental and emotional wellness during adolescence, highlighting the neurological and psychosocial factors involved.

  • 1.1

    Neurological Basis Of Emotion

    This section explores the neurological mechanisms that underpin emotions, including the roles of key brain structures and neurotransmitters.

  • 1.2

    Emotional Awareness Exercises

    This section discusses exercises aimed at enhancing emotional awareness among adolescents.

  • 1.3

    Advanced Regulation Techniques

    This section introduces advanced techniques for emotional regulation and coping strategies for adolescents.

  • 1.4

    Stress Physiology & Management Plans

    This section explores the physiological responses to stress and outlines management plans, focusing on the HPA axis, stress audits, and creating personalized stress toolkits.

  • 2

    Social Well‑being

    This section emphasizes the importance of social connectedness and group dynamics as protective factors against mental health issues like anxiety and depression.

  • 2.1

    Group Dynamics & Belonging

    This section explores the significance of group dynamics and belonging in promoting social wellness among adolescents.

  • 2.2

    Relationship Skills Workshop

    This section focuses on the essential relationship skills necessary for effective communication, boundary setting, and conflict resolution.

  • 2.3

    Digital Well‑being Lab

    This section explores the critical aspects of digital well-being, addressing social media footprints, cyber conflict resolution, and screen-time management.

  • 3

    Principles Of Safe Physical Activity

    This section discusses safety in physical activity, integrating biomechanics, physiology, and risk assessment into practice design.

  • 3.1

    Biomechanical Warm‑up Design

    The section covers the importance and design of biomechanical warm-up routines to enhance physical performance and prevent injuries.

  • 3.2

    Environmental Risk Audit

    The Environmental Risk Audit section focuses on identifying hazards in physical activity environments through mapping exercises and climate monitoring.

  • 3.3

    Equipment & Ergonomic Assessment

    This section covers the importance of ensuring proper equipment and ergonomics in physical activity by conducting assessments and adjustments.

  • 4

    Injury Prevention & Risk Management

    This section discusses tailored injury prevention strategies for adolescents, focusing on their growth patterns and the importance of proper screening and load management.

  • 4.1

    Growth‑related Injury Profiles

    This section focuses on understanding growth-related injuries in adolescents, particularly apophyseal injuries and the distinction between overuse and traumatic injuries, along with appropriate management strategies.

  • 4.2

    Screening & Monitoring Protocols

    This section covers essential screening and monitoring protocols necessary for assessing and managing adolescent athletes' physical capabilities and injury risks.

  • 4.3

    Prevention Program Implementation

    This section focuses on the implementation of injury prevention programs tailored for adolescents, detailing advanced techniques and strategies.

  • 5

    Basic First‑aid Procedures

  • 5.1

    Cpr Mastery & Aed Confidence

    This section focuses on mastering CPR techniques and building confidence in AED usage.

  • 5.2

    Hemorrhage & Shock Control

    This section covers the essential skills and knowledge required to control hemorrhage and manage shock in emergency situations.

  • 5.3

    Wound & Burn Protocols

    This section focuses on the protocols for managing wounds and burns, including techniques for creating aseptic fields and comparing treatment methods.

  • 5.4

    Choking & Airway Management

    This section covers choking and airway management, emphasizing differences in techniques for children and adults.

  • 6

    Glossary Of Key Terms

    This section presents essential terms and their definitions related to mental, emotional, and social wellness, as well as safety and injury prevention.

  • 7

    Sample 7‑week Unit Plan & Time Allocation

    This section outlines a comprehensive 7-week unit plan focused on mental and emotional wellness, social well-being, physical activity safety, injury prevention, and first aid, detailing specific activities and their duration.

Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

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