Choose one assignment. This assigment must be in APA formatting as well as 3-4 pages long!
Choice 1:
Assignment: Part of understanding the mind-body connection is to understand the processes and relationships between the physical and psychological states of a human being. Understanding this connection leads us to the nature versus nurture debate.
What is the nervous system, and how do the central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS) work together to coordinate the body's activities?
How does the endocrine system influence behavior?
How does heredity impact individual behavior?
How do one's environment and the social influences around them influence behavior?
Which do you believe provides the stronger influence on behavior: nature (genetics) or nurture (environment)? Explain why.
Please base your essay on Unit 1 course content, textbook, experience, and quality Internet materials. Be sure to appropriately cite your resources.
Please submit your assignment.
Choice 2:
Assignment: You are chairing a committee at work that has been tasked with developing a "healthy mind and healthy body" seminar for employees. Management has asked that you discuss your topics and plans for the seminar including a copy of the informational flyer (poster) you will post in the break room for employees.
I. Topics to be covered include the following:
how the mind and body work together
what research tells us about how an unhealthy mind and body can impact behavior at work
the dangers of internalizing stress
the physical and emotional benefits of keeping discrimination and prejudice out of the workplace
ideas and strategies for keeping the workplace happy and healthy
II. Your flyer (poster) should accompany the discussion of your topics and should be informative and inviting.