Center for Health Directions Educational Programs

These are programs presented by the Center for Health Directions at North Carolina State University. Please call Jennifer Phillips at 515-WELL (9355) for more information on having these programs presented. A paper copy of this listing can also be obtained from the Center for Health Directions.

Sex Drive - "The road to more healthful sexuality"
Where is the G-Spot? Does a negative HIV test result really mean the person is HIV negative? What famous gangster had syphilis? What is a Cremasteric reflex? What is the most common form of cancer for men ages 15-34? This program reviews these questions and MANY MORE in game format. The game involves role plays and a condom demonstration.

Have you ever wondered about your bra?
This program reviews a brief yet interesting history of the bra, how to measure for a correct fit and other bra do's and don'ts.

Sex Pyramid
This is an interactive game that simulates how sexually transmitted diseases (STD's) are passed from one person to another. This program also addresses:

Abstinence
The proper use of condoms
Signs / symptoms of STD's
Campus and community resources
Communication skills


The Dating Zone
Are you tired of boring movies and cheap dinners? This program offers participants:

Over 100 creative dating ideas
Lively discussions on flirting
Basic communication skills


Stress Management
SCHOOL! JOB! ROOMMATE! PARENTS! RELATIONSHIPS! ...
It can all become too much. This program discusses stress management strategies.

The Drinking Game
This program does NOT involve LECTURE or PREACHING about alcohol. It is a game format that comes with a life size game board. This program is based on the game "Truth or Dare". It promises to provide a challenge that will be enjoyed by all.

Women's Health ... Chocolate Fest!!!
Every college woman is in need of hearing the information presented in this program. This program specifically addresses: breast self exam, pap smears, pelvic exams, methods of contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases. Chocolate is usually served!

Safety Zone
This program reviews basic safety tips for the NCSU community. It provides a game format for learning and offers role plays for participants.

Basic Massage
Program participants will learn the basic techniques of massage by both giving and receiving a massage.

Body Image
"Mirror, Mirror on the wall. Who is the fairest of them all?" This program is designed to explore issues related to poor self-image of one's appearance.

What is abstinence?
The answer may appear to be obvious, but research has proved that the word "abstinence" means different things to different people. These differences pose challenges in preventing pregnancy and STD's. This program discusses what is abstinence, how to define it and how to maintain it.

Men's Health
This program reviews fitness, basic nutrition, body image, and sexuality issues for men.


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