Question

Carefully consider the following questions (be sure to jot down some talking points to guide your recorded response):

How do you define your “culture”? (Your religion, nationality, race, etc.)
How does this culture influence your health beliefs, practices, and behaviors in both supportive and challenging ways? Give specific examples.
What roles do your parents, grandparents, and other family members play in promoting a healthy family? Things to think about: Does your family sit down to eat meals together very often or quite rarely? Does your family prefer to cook at home together or go out to eat? What types of foods does your family eat?
How does your family influence your physical and emotional health in both positive and negative ways? Give specific examples. Things to think about: How does your family feel about sports? Exercise? What about mental health? Is that topic discussed or off-limits?
How do your peers influence your physical and emotional health in both positive and negative ways? Give specific examples.