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K–12 Standards

Eighth Grade

Other North Carolina Health Education sets

Mental and Emotional Health

  • 1

    Evaluate how structured thinking benefits emotional well-being.8.MEH.1

    1. 1

      Evaluate the uses of defense mechanisms in terms of whether they are healthy or unhealthy.8.MEH.1.1

    2. 2

      Explain how personal responsibility for one’s choices is linked to self-worth and growth.8.MEH.1.2

  • 2

    Design a personal plan for both preventing and managing stress and anxiety.8.MEH.2

    1. 1

      Compare and contrast positive and negative stress management techniques.8.MEH.2.1

    2. 2

      Design a plan to minimize stressors or manage the effects of stress.8.MEH.2.2

  • 3

    Apply help-seeking strategies for mental health challenges.8.MEH.3

    1. 1

      Identify signs of behaviors that contribute to harm to self or others.8.MEH.3.1

    2. 2

      Create a plan for seeking adult help for yourself or peers who exhibit signs of self-harm or suicidal intent.8.MEH.3.2

Personal and Consumer Health

  • 1

    Understand wellness, disease prevention, and recognition of symptoms.8.PCH.1

    1. 1

      Examine risk factors and social determinants of health that impact health outcomes throughout the lifespan.8.PCH.1.1

    2. 2

      Explain behavioral and environmental factors that contribute to major chronic diseases and the methods for reducing problems associated with common conditions.8.PCH.1.2

    3. 3

      Determine individual risk for preventable diseases based on personal health data and family history.8.PCH.1.3

    4. 4

      Identify specific ways the environment impacts personal and community health.8.PCH.1.4

  • 2

    Apply health literacy skills when examining health claims and products.8.PCH.2

    1. 1

      Create a PSA about a health topic using evidence-based information.8.PCH.2.1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate how to influence and support others to make positive health choices.8.PCH.2.2

  • 3

    Analyze necessary steps to prevent and respond to unintentional injury.8.PCH.3

    1. 1

      Execute abdominal thrusts on a mannequin.8.PCH.3.1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate CPR compressions and procedures on a mannequin.8.PCH.3.2

Interpersonal Communications and Healthy Relationships

  • 1

    Demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health and avoid or reduce health risks.8.ICHR.1

    1. 1

      Contrast characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships for friendships and for dating.8.ICHR.1.1

    2. 2

      Create strategies to communicate personal boundaries and show respect for the boundaries of others.8.ICHR.1.2

    3. 3

      Identify potential consequences of unhealthy relationships and intolerance which can lead to dating violence, discrimination, and hate crimes.8.ICHR.1.3

    4. 4

      Demonstrate communication skills that build and maintain healthy relationships.8.ICHR.1.4

    5. 5

      Use decision-making strategies appropriate for responding to unknown people via social media, digital messaging, or other means to avoid sexual trafficking.8.ICHR.1.5

    6. 6

      Explore resources for safe and respectful ways to end an unhealthy or unwanted relationship.8.ICHR.1.6

  • 2

    Explain how avoiding sexual activity is the most effective way to prevent pregnancy and STIs.8.ICHR.2

    1. 1

      Compare and contrast sexual risk avoidance versus sexual risk reduction as they relate to pregnancy, STI, and other risks.8.ICHR.2.1

    2. 2

      Discuss refusal skills and behaviors that are required for delaying sexual activity.8.ICHR.2.2

  • 3

    Identify strategies that maintain reproductive and sexual health.8.ICHR.3

    1. 1

      Discuss the emotional, social, educational, and financial impact of teen pregnancy on teen parents and their families.8.ICHR.3.1

    2. 2

      Analyze methods of FDA-approved contraceptives in terms of their safety and their effectiveness in preventing unintended pregnancy.8.ICR.3.2

    3. 3

      Explore family, school, and community resources for the prevention of sexual risks through abstinence, postponed sexual activity, and safer sex practices.8.ICHR.3.3

    4. 4

      Examine examples of how media, social media, and technology can positively or negatively influence sexual attitudes and behaviors.8.ICHR.3.4

Nutrition and Physical Activity

  • 1

    Demonstrate healthy practices and behaviors that will maintain or improve the health of self and others.8.NPA.1

    1. 1

      Examine the destructive nature of body shaming and negative body image.8.NPA.1.1

    2. 2

      Explain the importance of assuming responsibility for personal dietary choices.8.NPA.1.2

    3. 3

      Identify resources to advocate for those who are at risk for poor nutrition.8.NPA.1.3

  • 2

    Apply strategies to consume a variety of foods and beverages.8.NPA.2

    1. 1

      Summarize the benefits of consuming adequate amounts of micronutrients and water in a variety of foods.8.NPA.2.1

    2. 2

      Create a healthful eating plan incorporating food choice inside and outside the home setting.8.NPA.2.2

  • 3

    Explore various diet and physical activity trends to enhance quality of life.8.NPA.3

    1. 1

      Identify risks and benefits of various dietary preferences and eating patterns.8.NPA.3.1

    2. 2

      Summarize the benefits and risks of current physical activity trends.8.NPA.3.2

    3. 3

      Discuss effects of food preparation on your health.8.NPA.3.3

Alcohol, Nicotine, Cannabis, and other Drugs

  • 1

    Assess the short- and long-term health risks associated with alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, and other drug use.8.ANCOD.1

    1. 1

      Explain the impact of alcohol and other drug use on vehicle crashes, injuries, violence, and risky sexual behavior.8.ANCOD.1.1

    2. 2

      Evaluate the magnitude and likelihood of the risks associated with the use of performance- enhancing supplements.8.ANCOD.1.2

  • 2

    Evaluate positive and negative influences on adolescent health practices and behaviors including peers, family, media, culture, community, technology, and social platforms.8.ANCOD.2

    1. 1

      Analyze policies and laws related to the sale and use of alcohol and nicotine products in terms of their purposes and benefits.8.ANCOD.2.1

    2. 2

      Create persuasive messaging to reduce the use of alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, and other drugs.8.ANCOD.2.2

    3. 3

      2.3 Use strategies to avoid riding in a car with someone impaired by alcohol or drugs.8.ANCOD.2.3

    4. 4

      Identify positive alternatives to the use of alcohol and drugs.8.ANCOD.2.4

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