7_8.HEALTH.5.B
Identify and describe how environmental influences such as air, water, or noise can affect an individual's mental health.
Grades 7-8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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environmental influencesairwaternoiseindividualmental health
Skills
- identify (environmental influences that can affect mental health) #dok1
- describe (how air can affect an individual's mental health) #dok2
- describe (how water can affect an individual's mental health) #dok2
- describe (how noise can affect an individual's mental health) #dok2
- analyze (the impact of environmental factors on mental health) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify various environmental influences such as air, water, or noise. #dok1
- I can describe how air quality can affect mental health. #dok2
- I can describe how water quality can influence an individual's mental health. #dok2
- I can describe how noise exposure can affect mental health. #dok2
- I can analyze the ways different environmental factors can impact an individual's mental health. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Environmental factors such as air, water, and noise can significantly impact mental health, either positively or negatively.
- Understanding how our surroundings affect mental well-being helps individuals make informed choices to improve their mental health.
Essential Questions
- What are some examples of environmental influences that can affect mental health?
- How can air quality impact a person’s mental health?
- In what ways can water and noise influence an individual's mental well-being?
- Why is it important to understand the connection between the environment and mental health?
- How can individuals reduce the negative effects of environmental influences on their mental health?