End of semester reflection-Of the topics and information that we have covered this semester in the course, what has been the most impactful or interesting?
The most interesting topic of those covered this semester has been Violence Against Women and Occupational Health. During this topic we viewed the movie North Country, and this movie enlightened what women went through in order to be treated fairly in the work environment. This movie also encouraged the formation of a sexual harassment policy that is functional even today. This topic has been interesting to me because I work with men and their views of women can sometimes interfere with our relations as teammates. For example, they may see a task as being to big, and may require the assistance of a man. This is similar to what the women in the movie went through working in a mining environment which usually employs men. The theme for this topic is in every growing environment change is required, no matter the turmoil.
Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Monday, April 23, 2007
Blog #14
What can a woman do to reduce her risk of assault?
Since we are in the university, the topic of date rape as an assault is one to address. When a woman goes out on a date with someone I think it is important for her to be accompanied by girlfriends/peers and always be in an environment where prospective credible witnesses are present this will reduce her risk of assault. A woman can reduce her risk by being alert and aware of her surroundings. She should also be prepared for assault as well by carrying protection whether it is mace or pepper spray. Assault at times can be prevented, but for those instances where it can not, a woman should ask her self this question. My freshman year in college, I took woman’s self defense, and from time to time I talk to my cop friends and polish up on my moves.
Since we are in the university, the topic of date rape as an assault is one to address. When a woman goes out on a date with someone I think it is important for her to be accompanied by girlfriends/peers and always be in an environment where prospective credible witnesses are present this will reduce her risk of assault. A woman can reduce her risk by being alert and aware of her surroundings. She should also be prepared for assault as well by carrying protection whether it is mace or pepper spray. Assault at times can be prevented, but for those instances where it can not, a woman should ask her self this question. My freshman year in college, I took woman’s self defense, and from time to time I talk to my cop friends and polish up on my moves.
Monday, April 16, 2007
Blog #13
Is it a sign of personal weakness or strength for a woman to admit that she has a problem with alcohol or drugs?
It is a sign of personal strength. Women who have alcohol or drug problems usually hide it, so for someone to admit that they have a problem takes courage. Although people who have such problems are weak in handling life situations, and turn to these substances in order to "take away the pain" or avoid dealing with the real life problems. For a woman to admit something means that they have realized that there was a problem to address, and in confessing it, means that the process to recovery is on the way. Usually the farther one is into the abuse of the substance; the harder it is for them to come to the realization that there is a problem. Some abusers simply don't acknowledge there is a problem. It is definitely a true strength for a woman to admit that she has a problem with alcohol or drugs.
It is a sign of personal strength. Women who have alcohol or drug problems usually hide it, so for someone to admit that they have a problem takes courage. Although people who have such problems are weak in handling life situations, and turn to these substances in order to "take away the pain" or avoid dealing with the real life problems. For a woman to admit something means that they have realized that there was a problem to address, and in confessing it, means that the process to recovery is on the way. Usually the farther one is into the abuse of the substance; the harder it is for them to come to the realization that there is a problem. Some abusers simply don't acknowledge there is a problem. It is definitely a true strength for a woman to admit that she has a problem with alcohol or drugs.
Monday, April 9, 2007
Blog #12
What should a woman do if she has a friend whom she suspects to have an eating disorder? What if the friend denies it?
I think she should take her to Chili's to order a huge burger, and watch her eat it and make sure she doesn't go to the bathroom to purge. Just kidding! I think communication is the key to any relationship, especially a friendship. If one suspects that a friend has an eating disorder, the relationship should be open enough for the friend to address the "suspected issue". If the friend denies it, the friend should bring up substantial evidence or reasons for the suspect. Most times people with eating disorders don't like others to know about it, and since it would be a delicate subject, there should be some care in approaching the issue; for example, telling horror stories to the friend about others who have had eating disorders, to scare the wits out of them. I think informing the friend about the drastic health effects an eating disorder can have on one's health should be mentioned.
I think she should take her to Chili's to order a huge burger, and watch her eat it and make sure she doesn't go to the bathroom to purge. Just kidding! I think communication is the key to any relationship, especially a friendship. If one suspects that a friend has an eating disorder, the relationship should be open enough for the friend to address the "suspected issue". If the friend denies it, the friend should bring up substantial evidence or reasons for the suspect. Most times people with eating disorders don't like others to know about it, and since it would be a delicate subject, there should be some care in approaching the issue; for example, telling horror stories to the friend about others who have had eating disorders, to scare the wits out of them. I think informing the friend about the drastic health effects an eating disorder can have on one's health should be mentioned.
Friday, April 6, 2007
Blog #11
If everyone lived "With our future in mind," do you think that we would live different? (Different habits, behaviors, etc.)
Of course. People would not smoke, have unprotected sex, drive while drunk, or do anything that would indanger their lives. If everyone lived with "our" future in mind, things would be better for "everyone". When I eat, I think about how healthy the food is to my body. When I go outside, I avoid smoking environments, and when I encounter any relationship, I think of positive, the future and how "our" life will be betterd after meeting. I think it is good that people at a certain age take responsibility for their future, because that is what the future is. Something to look forward to with responsibility, with a great level of control based on choices, and the better choices, the better future right? Right. I understand that people just want to have fun and enjoy their lives, but there are times when one should always be considering their actions with the future in mind. The establishment of this usually occurs when one enters college, and begins to live on their own with out their parents. This is the time when teenagers/young adults should be living and always acting with their "future in mind".
Of course. People would not smoke, have unprotected sex, drive while drunk, or do anything that would indanger their lives. If everyone lived with "our" future in mind, things would be better for "everyone". When I eat, I think about how healthy the food is to my body. When I go outside, I avoid smoking environments, and when I encounter any relationship, I think of positive, the future and how "our" life will be betterd after meeting. I think it is good that people at a certain age take responsibility for their future, because that is what the future is. Something to look forward to with responsibility, with a great level of control based on choices, and the better choices, the better future right? Right. I understand that people just want to have fun and enjoy their lives, but there are times when one should always be considering their actions with the future in mind. The establishment of this usually occurs when one enters college, and begins to live on their own with out their parents. This is the time when teenagers/young adults should be living and always acting with their "future in mind".
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Blog #10
How can academic institutions take a more active role in disease prevention for women?
Academic institutions can take a more active role in disease prevention by making health courses a requirement in the curriculum. Although health courses such as Nutrition, and Physical Education already exist, I think these courses should be geared toward the diseases that occur when one does not care for their health. With the health topic of Understanding and Preventing Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer it now realized that these diseases are greatly influenced by negative lifestyle behaviors, such as cigarette smoking, poor nutrition, and lack of exercise. If I was to implement such a course in a health related curriculum, I would magnify the after affects of the disease. I would incorporate pictures that show examples of what a healthy body looks like and what a diseased cigarette lung cancered lung looks like to create that fear of getting a PREVENTABLE disease. If it is in ones power to prevent something they should!
Academic institutions can take a more active role in disease prevention by making health courses a requirement in the curriculum. Although health courses such as Nutrition, and Physical Education already exist, I think these courses should be geared toward the diseases that occur when one does not care for their health. With the health topic of Understanding and Preventing Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer it now realized that these diseases are greatly influenced by negative lifestyle behaviors, such as cigarette smoking, poor nutrition, and lack of exercise. If I was to implement such a course in a health related curriculum, I would magnify the after affects of the disease. I would incorporate pictures that show examples of what a healthy body looks like and what a diseased cigarette lung cancered lung looks like to create that fear of getting a PREVENTABLE disease. If it is in ones power to prevent something they should!
Monday, March 12, 2007
Blog #9
What are the biggest challenges to regular exercise and a healthy diet that you face? How are these challenges going to change for you over the next five years?
The biggest challenges to regular exercise I face on a daily basis are having enough time to exercise. I usually workout in the wellness center on campus, and I do this when I find time. I like to schedule my week around my workout sessions, but "something" usually comes up. I like to workout with someone, so if I don't take a pal along, I find it harder to complete the whole 30 to 40 minute job on the treadmill. My left knee sometimes makes exercising a challenge as well; it usually aches the day after I run. I enjoy working out, and want to continue over the next five years. If I could establish a daily morning run this would make the next five years easier and less of a challenge.
The biggest challenges to regular exercise I face on a daily basis are having enough time to exercise. I usually workout in the wellness center on campus, and I do this when I find time. I like to schedule my week around my workout sessions, but "something" usually comes up. I like to workout with someone, so if I don't take a pal along, I find it harder to complete the whole 30 to 40 minute job on the treadmill. My left knee sometimes makes exercising a challenge as well; it usually aches the day after I run. I enjoy working out, and want to continue over the next five years. If I could establish a daily morning run this would make the next five years easier and less of a challenge.
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