Health and Wellness focuses on taking a holistic approach to well being. This course explores biological, psychological and social aspects of human sexuality, nutrition, healthy and harmful substances, and relationships. Topics include sexual identity, gender, effects of cultural and environmental influences on human relationships and behavior, promoting good physical and mental health and well-being, effective communication strategies for conflict resolution, navigating relationships with technology, and the impact of current events on personal and global health. Curriculum will draw from Planned Parenthood's "Get Real" Comprehensive Sexual Education program, excerpts from "Consent: The New Rules of Sexual Education" by Jennifer Lang, FDA and CDC guidelines on nutrition, stress, and sleep, as well as articles from current events news sources such as the New York Times, National Geographic, and BBC.