10 Questions
Which behavior is NOT mentioned as a risky behavior for teen drivers?
Driving with one passenger under 18 years of age
What percentage of risky driving behaviors do teens engage in compared to other drivers?
Significantly more likely
What causes most injury-related deaths for teens?
Motor vehicle accidents
Why are head injuries common among teens during certain activities?
They do not wear helmets
Which safety measure can help prevent accidental drownings during canoeing?
Wearing a personal flotation device
What is a common behavior teens engage in that increases their risk of having accidents?
Texting and driving
Which of the following is a protective measure during severe weather situations?
Going indoors
Which factor is NOT discussed as a cause of injuries in teens?
Extreme sports
What precaution can be taken to improve safety while skateboarding?
Wearing a helmet
How can risks be minimized during severe weather situations?
Going indoors
Study Notes
Affecting Health and Wellness
- Risk factors are aspects of people's lives that increase the chance of a disease, injury, or decline in health.
- Protective factors are aspects that reduce risk.
Genetic Factors
- Genes contain the blueprint for the structure and function of cells and influence personality and health.
- Humans have 20,000-25,000 genes, which are composed of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA).
- Genes affect a person's ability to burn calories, store body fat, appetite, and levels of physical activity.
Health and Wellness
- The dietary and physical activity habits of children and teens tend to persist into adulthood.
- Nutrition and physical activity are modifiable behavioral factors.
Sleep
- Lack of sleep is a risk factor for poor health, reducing resistance to disease and impairing motor skills.
Teen Drivers at Higher Risk for Injury
- Teen drivers are more likely to engage in risky behaviors, such as texting and driving, and driving with more than one passenger under 18 years of age.
- These behaviors are common among teens and increase the risk of accidents.
Modifiable Risk Factors
- Making healthy choices, such as eating well and exercising regularly, can reduce the risk of health conditions even if there are non-modifiable risk factors present.
Importance of Health Choices
- Behaviors adopted in adolescence can affect health in adulthood.
- Taking steps to improve health, such as setting goals and making healthy choices, can have a positive impact on overall health and wellness.
Real-World Health Skills
- Research shows that certain behaviors, such as motor vehicle accidents, alcohol use, and poor nutrition, can cause significant numbers of deaths.
- Taking precautions, such as wearing helmets and seatbelts, can help prevent these deaths.
Assess your knowledge on how risk and protective factors impact health, genetic factors, and the impact of behavioral choices on overall wellness. Reflect on your daily habits and their effects on your health.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
