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| 4051 - Health 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4051.1) | 1491 |
Number of youth that report making healthy lifestyle choices |
| 4051.2) | 347 |
Number of youth that report not engaging in risky behavior |
| 4051.3) | 604 |
Number of youth that report feeling good about themselves |
| 4051.4) | 1491 |
Number of youth that report that they know how to handle stress |
Author: Lacy May
Major Program: Health 4-H Core Curriculum
Today’s youth are often fascinated by the images they see on a cell phone, television, or computer screen. Yet, they rarely experience those scenes first hand. According to the Child Trends databank the average amount of television 8 to 18 year olds watch is four and half hours per day. Total daily media exposure is equivalent to ten hours. Infrequent exercise and obesity are concerns often linked with excessive media use. The 4-H Youth Development Agent in Magoffin County recognizes the n
