Individual & Family Dynamics 120

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Individual & Family Dynamics 120 is an elective course that will expose students to the skills and information necessary to make informed decisions about personal development, lifestyle choices, and healthy relationships. 

The Individual & Family Dynamics 120 curriculum provides opportunities for students to: 
  • consider, propose, and put into practice ways to meet the needs of individuals and/or families
  • consider and apply practices to nurture the growth and development of individuals at various stages of their lives
  • appreciate the diversity of cultures in relation to individuals and the family unit
  • participate in activities that reflect skills required to manage their lives more successfully
  • examine and practice skills that help develop healthy relationships
  • practice decision-making and problem-solving skills
  • practice managing resources in order to become responsible global citizens

Units
1. Families in a Changing World​
  • ​What contributes to a family's ability to manage itself and care for one another?
​2. ​Personal Growth and Development
  • ​Who am I? How much influence do I have over my own personal identity
​3. Interpersonal Relationships
  • ​What influences our ability to choose and develop healthy relationships?
4. Individual and Family Wellness
  • What is the impact of societal issues on family and individual wellness?​

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