Applied Sciences Journal Assignment

Josh Staats

Week 4: Part 2 Sketch a Solution

CHS 340

Once upon a time… John and Jane were talking about starting a family. However, they were concerned about Jane’s current level of health with regards to pregnancy. Jane decided to schedule an appointment with her doctor to address her concerns. (Social-Ecological Model, Individual)

Every day… John took time to ask Jane what her goals were or the day and how he could help her to accomplish them. Jane really appreciated John’s willingness to support her. (Social Capital Theory, Bonding)

One day… Jane woke up with nausea. Three positive pregnancy tests confirmed their suspicions. Along with John’s help, Jane has been consistent with the doctor’s recommendations on diet and physical activity. Now that they have a new baby to take care of, Jane is motivated to stay diligent. This gives her confidence that she can continue her new/modified behaviors to ensure a healthy pregnancy. (Social Cognitive Theory, Self-efficacy)

Because of that… Jane’s doctor had new recommendations for her during a routine pregnancy check-up. Jane’s physical appearance is proof that she has been consistent with her health behaviors. The doctor recommends Jane seek out a health and wellness coach to help prescribe a specific diet and physical activity prescription for her specific needs. This will also provide her with a role model to assist her through the process. (Social Cognitive Theory, Behavioral Capability)

Because of that… Jane starts to feel more confident in her ability to regulate her health for positive quality of life outcomes. Jane has a lot of social support from not just John but close friends and neighbors as well. Jane decides to use her new knowledge and motivation, along with her lost love for dance, and begins hosting a dance workout group in her home twice a month. Her close friends, family, and neighbors are all supportive in one way or another. (Social Cognitive Theory, Reciprocal Determinism)

Until finally… the big day has arrived! Jane’s water broke and John is taking her to the hospital. Jane has lost a considerable amount of weight. John and Jane’s new and modified health behaviors were their norm now and they were confident that Jane’s healthy pregnancy would lead to an uncomplicated delivery. Jane gave birth and quickly shed the pregnancy weight off since modifying her lifestyle. Neighbors are asking Jane if she can provide workout sessions to the community through the homeowner’s association (HOA). The president said he would allow the use of the community recreation room to conduct these workouts and they would be promoted through the monthly community newsletter. (Social-Ecological Model, Community)