At the Middle school level, we study the functions of each brain lobe and how the brain communicates with itself and the body at a deeper level. In connection with the brain, we dive into the foundations of mental health and factors that affect it.

In Unit 2, we make things practical for the students. Throughout the beginning part of the unit, students learn about different lifestyle principles that promote whole body health and are given practical ways to incorporate these into their personal lives. We also discuss marijuana, alcohol, and smoking and how they affect the brain and body as a whole.

In Unit 3, we go over the 5 components of emotional intelligence. Students are given tools to help build their emotional intelligence and to keep their thoughts healthy. Middle school can be a difficult and stressful time for students, and with that in mind, we focus on some stress management techniques. Unit 3 also looks at relationships and how to build and maintain healthy relationships.

Unit 4 dives into the most common 10 cognitive distortions and helps students to identify and work through each distortion. To wrap up Unit 4, we discuss how to process loss from a biblical perspective. Students are shown how the healthy lifestyle habits they have learned can help them process loss and grief.