FRHD*1100 - Life: Health and Well-Being

Course Description

Students walking down a brick pathway through the U of G campus

This course integrates the theory, application and research of various aspects of health-related topics across the lifespan, emphasizing relevance to the lives of young adults.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, the learner should be able to:

Describe traditional and contemporary views of, and research on, health and wellness concepts, including mental, emotional, nutritional, physical, social, environmental, and spiritual dimensions;
Identify and evaluate values, attitudes, behaviours, and lifestyle changes that impact health and wellbeing;
Provide examples of how the dimensions of wellness are interconnected, as well as how they are connected to overall personal health and wellbeing;
Identify and access health and wellness services and resources, on and off campus; and
Develop strategies to support your current and ongoing personal health and wellness.

Course Topics

Introduction to Health and Wellness
Transition to University
Mental Health
Personal Stress Management
Alcohol and Tobacco Use
Drug Use and Misuse
Personal Nutrition
Physical Activity for Fitness and Health
Social Support and Relationships
Sexuality and Sexual Health (Contraception, STIs)
Environmental Health
Spiritual Health

Additional Requirements

Restriction(s): This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods.

Assessment

Assessment Item	Weight
SMART Goals Assignments 1 and 2 (15% each)	30%
Units 1 - 7 Quizzes (5, drop lowest one)	10%
Online Discussions (3 x 5%)	15%
Top 10 List	10%
Online Test	35%
Total	100%

Note:

Additional Technical Requirements

This course will use the following:

Respondus tool to invigilate one or more exams.

Please view the Technical Considerations for each.

Technical Requirements

You are responsible for ensuring that your computer system meets the necessary system requirements. Use the browser check tool to ensure your browser settings are compatible and up to date (results will be displayed in a new browser window).

*Course details are subject to change.