Health Annotations by Heba Jandali https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0 en-us 2023-04-17 23:19:55 UTC 2026-01-03 21:23:26 UTC hello@padlet.com Mental and Emotional Health hebajandali000 https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557680453 New York Times writes about a victim of bullying, that took their own life as a result. It goes in-depth about how the lack of communication and proper investigation was a big cause that led to the outcome, which made the community protest heavily in front of the school. The percentage of adolescence that have thought of and attempted suicide was further proven to support the passage's purpose.

Once students start to develop their own thoughts and opinions when it comes to social status, bullying starts to become common as early as elementary school. Teachers should bring topics about respect, equality, and morals to better prevent issues that involve bullying, as it can take a student's life no matter the age. 

Rothfeld, M., & Caron, C. (2023, February 13). After Teen's suicide, a New Jersey community grapples with bullying. The New York Times. Retrieved April 17, 2023, from https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/13/nyregion/nj-teen-suicide-bullying-school.html 



]]> 2023-04-17 23:59:49 UTC https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557680453 Healthy Eating hebajandali000 https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557682289 This article lists the myths that surround nutrition, that we've been told all our lives and were proven to be true or untrue. Some may include aspects such as Diabetes, allergies, dairy vs plant-based, etc.

Topics about nutrition are practically essential especially for early grades, as kids tempt to eat the unhealthiest during that age. It's good to encourage correct eating, but not teach them incorrect myths that have been said about "healthy" eating. 

Egan, S. (2023, January 19). 10 nutrition myths experts wish would die. The New York Times. Retrieved April 17, 2023, from https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/19/well/eat/nutrition-myths.html 


]]> 2023-04-18 00:01:55 UTC https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557682289 Safety & Preventing Unintentional Injury hebajandali000 https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557685525 This article lists the safety concerns that should take place when it comes to fire safety. With detailed descriptions of safety hazards and how to keep away from them, this article can benefit as a classroom lesson or for any adult who's curious about the steps they have to take to ensure absolute safety.

Fire safety is a crucial topic because a lot of young kids may put themselves at risk for a fire with simple yet dangerous things around the house such as stoves or even matches. When a fire happens, kids should know what to expect and how to react correctly. 

Important home fire safety tips. Nationwide. (n.d.). Retrieved April 17, 2023, from https://www.nationwide.com/lc/resources/home/articles/home-fire-safety 



]]> 2023-04-18 00:05:28 UTC https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557685525 Personal Health & Wellness hebajandali000 https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557693160 Hay fever occurs when allergens, such as pollen or mold, trigger an inflammatory reaction in the nasal passages, leading to itchiness, sneezing, and overflowing mucus. There was less diversity in the nasal microbiome of people who have hay fever and a whole lot more of a bacterial species called Streptococcus salivarius. And it turns out that S. salivarius really likes runny noses.

This topic of nose bacteria and allergies is not only relevant for adults but also for kids. It's good to educate them on why they get allergies and the science behind it, as well as how to prevent it from happening again. 

Cunningham, A. (2023, January 19). Too much of this bacteria in the nose may worsen allergy symptoms. Science News. Retrieved April 17, 2023, from https://www.sciencenews.org/article/bacteria-worsen-allergy-symptoms-hay-fever 



]]> 2023-04-18 00:13:56 UTC https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557693160 Intentional Injury & Violence hebajandali000 https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557694882
The article describes the conflict that guns bring to our modern-day world, and how gun violence has impacted the educational field with multiple school shootings a year. It also delves into the (dis)connection between guns and discrimination. Using statistics from in and out of the U.S., the article proves why ending gun violence will greatly improve our country's future.

As gun violence becomes a much more relevant and common topic, students have to understand that their lives could be at risk during situations where an intruder enters the school ground. Teachers should always educate students about what students can do to save themselves from being affected as well as others around them. 

We need to prioritise people over guns. Amnesty International. (2022, November 23). Retrieved April 17, 2023, from https://www.amnesty.org/en/what-we-do/arms-control/gun-violence/ 

]]> 2023-04-18 00:15:29 UTC https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557694882 Trauma hebajandali000 https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557696971 The article helps explain the reasonings behind trauma and how it develops in the brain. Trauma is triggered by three areas of the brain, which helps keep them safe by being hyper-aware in situations that seem dangerous to them.

Trauma can grow in a child's brain quickly enough to take effect during a regular class setting. It's important to understand that teachers should watch their own wording and actions while teaching because they could accidentally trigger something within a student. And when that happens, the teacher should know how to respond to it and help train other students on how to make their peers comfortable.

Lindseygraser. (2023, February 22). How do our brains respond to trauma? Arc of Monroe. Retrieved April 17, 2023, from https://arcmonroe.org/how-do-our-brains-respond-to-trauma/?gclid=CjwKCAjw3POhBhBQEiwAqTCuBivQivqh-UVgrusQiB2XFVf_kekPRQ4MtBe8IsGiuOKKejDxYOft7xoCMCcQAvD_BwE 





]]> 2023-04-18 00:17:21 UTC https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557696971 Death/Grief/Loss hebajandali000 https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557698230 The article starts with a personal connection with the reader by using recent events as an example of when the world went through the 5 stages of grief collectively when the pandemic started. The article goes into detail about each stage and what side effects may look like if one stage remains consistent and non-progressive.

When it comes to the stages of grief, students in our future classrooms could possibly experience these stages during the year that we teach them. Whether it's the loss of a family or pet, the emotions, and behavior of the students is expected to change and we teachers have to learn to adjust and assist when needed.  

The stages of grief: Accepting the unacceptable. Counseling Center. (n.d.). Retrieved April 17, 2023, from https://www.washington.edu/counseling/2020/06/08/the-stages-of-grief-accepting-the-unacceptable/ 




]]> 2023-04-18 00:18:32 UTC https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557698230 Preventing Tobacco Use hebajandali000 https://padlet.com/hebajandali000/4k29r1gq7ttjn3r0/wish/2557709287 BBC informs about the decision that vape kits are being distributed to cigarette users in order to lessen the smoking rates. When in reality, it's more harmful than anything. Policies are always too adamant about helping people quit, instead of actually banning them. There is an even bigger concern about kids possessing vape pens and e-cigarettes.

This information is very impactful to our future generation of young students, especially as smoking and vaping are becoming popular, more than before. As the age of kids, that is smoking, is getting younger, the topic of vaping being inflicted should come up as early as elementary school because, for all we know, they could already be smoking outside of school grounds.

Russell, S. S. & R. (2023, April 11). Vaping: Free e-cigarettes to be handed out in anti-smoking drive. BBC News. Retrieved April 17, 2023, from https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-65235343 



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