Presentation Descriptions
Please click on a topic you are interested in learning about. Or, below is a listing of the presentations offered for all topics.
Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs
Alcohol Mythbusters*
- Participate in alcohol quiz to assess knowledge
- Learn how to recognize and respond in alcohol overdose
- Discuss the link between advertising and alcohol consumption patterns
- Learn the reported prevalence rates of high-risk drinking and other related UF statistics
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Sex, Drugs, and Dead Celebrities*
- Participate in a substance abuse quiz to assess knowledge
- Learn about the health hazards associated with various drugs
- Examine the risk factors related to addiction
- Identify campus resources
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Health Issues in Tobacco Use*
- Participate in a tobacco quiz to assess knowledge
- Learn about the hazards associated with tobacco
- Discuss the link between product advertising and tobacco usage
- Identify smoking cessation strategies
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*Classrooms are the recommended settings for Alcohol,Tobacco and other Drug programs.
Nutrition
College Nutrition Survival
- Describe a balanced diet
- Learn to conduct a diet self-assessment
- Challenge common nutrition myths, answer FAQ’s
- Provide tips for budgeting, quick & easy cooking, eating out, and/or balancing nutrition & fitness
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Sports Nutrition & Fitness Fueling
- Discuss roles of carbs, protein, fat as they relate to exercise/sport performance
- Provide guidelines on meal timing
- Emphasize the importance of hydration and describe techniques to ensure adequate fluid intake
- Explore pros/cons of various supplements
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Healthy Weight Management 101
- Define healthy weight
- Set realistic goals
- Review popular diets
- Explore strategies for weight management, especially intuitive eating
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Eating Disorders/Body Image
- Discuss eating disorders signs & symptoms
- Explore factors that contribute to body dissatisfaction and disordered eating
- Practice strategies to improve body image
- Learn how to approach a friend who is struggling with these concerns
- Provide resources for help and information
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Sexual Health
Sex, Lies, and Chocolate
This is one of our most popular presentations! Our "Sexperts" will provide the answers to most frequently asked questions regarding sexual health. Participants receive a chocolate treat* for every question they ask or help the "Sexpert" answer.
*Chocolate treats are provided by the presentation requestor.
- Provide an opportunity for students to have their sexual health questions answered in a fun, relaxed, and non-threatening environment
- Clarify myths and gender stereotypes regarding sexual topics
- Identify campus resources available to meet the sexual health needs
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Let's Talk About Sex (Sexual Responsibility & Self-Awareness)
- Identify your sexual values and patterns
- Explore the foundations of your values and identify ways your environment (e.g. campus, media, peers, etc.) has contributed to your ideals and values
- Strengthen your sexual self-confidence
- Explore ones sexual identity & freedoms
- Learn to communicate these ideas to a partner
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Contraception 101
- Compare current contraceptive options
- Identify factors to consider when choosing a contraceptive method
- Demonstrate correct condom use
- Learn ways to talk with a partner about using contraception
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Sexually Transmitted Infections 101
- Learn about the most common STI's that affect college students
- Identify risk reduction strategies
- Provide tips for talking with partner(s) about safer sex
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Fun Stuff to do in the Sack
This is a lively, interactive session to learn about the importance of only doing two things in the sack; sex & sleep. Ways to feel more comfortable and confident in the sack or with your choice to wait will be addressed. Ways to improve sleep quality will also be briefly addressed.
- Identify sexual behaviors & practices, as well as some risk reductions strategies
- Examine the costs & benefits of choosing to abstain or engage in certain sexual behaviors
- Learn ways to show affection/intimacy without having sex
- Identify benefits of appropriate sleep practices
- Provide tips to improve sleep
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Stress & Time Management
Relax, Rejuvenate, and Unwind
- Identify personal stressors and barriers to sleep
- Discover ways to calm your stress
- Examine the benefits of relaxation and sleep in relationship to academic and personal success
- Explore relaxation techniques you can do on your own
- Practice breathing techniques, progressive muscle relaxation, and guided imagery
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Manage Your Time, Maximize Your Potential
- Understand realistic time constraints and current time allocation
- Examine strategies to find focus and priorities
- Consider consequences of doing too much, procrastination, and multitasking
- Explore techniques to help you work with your demanding schedule
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Stress Reduction before Finals
- Identify personal stressors
- Explore skills to reduce stress before, during, and after the exam
- Experience stress reduction techniques that you can do any time, any where, and any place
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First Year Florida & General Health
Healthy Decision Making
This presentation is tailored for freshman in the First Year Florida course. It is a brief overview of a variety of health related resources that are provided on campus and covers issues that students face during their first year in college.
- Identify resources provided by the Student Health Care Center and GatorWell Health Promotion Services
- Discuss healthy decision making in college
- Explore and briefly discuss many aspects of health and wellness, including nutrition, time management, stress reduction, sleep, alcohol, sexual health, etc.
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GatorWell 101
This presentation is tailored for freshman to help them become familiar with GatorWell Health Promotion Services. It describes the work of GatorWell, locations, and how student wellness is related to academic, professional, and personal success.
- Define health and wellness
- Create and explore a wellness lifestyle
- Investigate how to create balance and find your passion
