Courses
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A Study of Human Sexuality
Through reading, research and discussion students will study the biological, psychological and sociological aspects of human sexuality while considering the political, ethical, legal, historical and cultural forces that shape human sexual behavior. Students will reflect on what is known about sexual functioning and behavior as well as discuss and debate what is not fully understood. […]
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Crossroads: Your Future, Your Health
Seniors have much to look forward to, but also have many challenges facing them as they complete their work at PEA. In this seminar-style course, seniors will have the opportunity to consider common health questions and concerns as they prepare to transition to college or career settings. We will utilize health data as well as […]
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Navigating Healthy Choices
Building on skills learned in previous HHD courses, in the upper year students will explore developmentally appropriate topics known to be most influential for navigating their upper year. This course will focus on the most common health issues for their age group, including sexual health, being a bystander, drugs and alcohol, stress management, cultural competency, […]
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Teen Health Matters for 9th Graders
In these age-appropriate courses, required of all 9th graders, students will discuss health issues such as sleep, time management, living and learning in a diverse community, mindfulness, positive psychology and stress management, media literacy, and social practices in a digital landscape. All topics will be addressed in the context of adjusting to a campus community, […]
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Teen Health Matters for Lowers
In this age-appropriate course, required of all new lowers, students will discuss health issues such as sleep, time management, living and learning in a diverse community, mindfulness, positive psychology and stress management, media literacy, social practices in a digital landscape, and integrating into their new class. All topics will be addressed in the context of […]
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Teen Health Matters for Seniors
In this first-term, age-appropriate course, required of all new seniors and postgraduates, students will discuss health issues such as sleep, time management, living and learning in a diverse community, mindfulness, positive psychology and stress management, media literacy, and social practices in a digital landscape. All topics will be addressed in the context of adjusting to […]
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Teen Health Matters for Uppers
In this first-term, age-appropriate course, required of all new uppers, students will discuss health issues such as sleep, time management, living and learning in a diverse community, mindfulness, positive psychology and stress management, media literacy, and social practices in a digital landscape. All topics will be addressed in the context of adjusting to a campus […]
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The Human Pursuit of Euphoria
This course will explore the use of mind-altering substances throughout history, across cultures and within subcultures of the United States. From a biochemical, sociological and psychological standpoint we will probe the reasons why people seek to alter their state of being, whether through the use of drugs or through natural means. Readings will include selections […]
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The Power Within: Optimal Health
How can we best manage life’s competing challenges? How should we measure success? What are the most effective means to enhance one’s capabilities, strengths and health status? We will aim to answer these and other questions by studying traditional teachings and practices, as well as the insights and lessons offered by modern-day behavioral science and […]
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Thriving in Community
In this term-long, age-appropriate course, required for all lowers, students will discuss a variety of health issues, such as mental and psychological health, character development, cultural competency, gender, sexuality, consent/healthy relationships, and alcohol/drugs. This course is focused on helping students navigate some of the most common health concerns for their age group. We aim to […]