2 weeks ago we started our assessment presentation about variety of topics that we have been learning so far, such as WSM(Western Scientific Medicine) CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine), TM (Traditional Medicine), treatments for different health condition, and different types of health condition. The way that I showcased my learning was through canva presentation. In the presentation, I included what is the definition of WSM, CAM, and TM, a type of health condition along with the treatments that fits in the category of WSM, CAM and TM. I as well included the impacts of treatment to a person’s areas of Hauora and linking it to P, I, and S (Personal, Interpersonal and Societal).

Medicine and Health Conditions Assessment by Xyryll Elvina

Medical Assestment by Felice Parcon

Kia ora everyone,

Transitioning from the end of last term and the beginning of this term, our health lessons have been centred on understanding diverse medicinal practices and medical conditions. To reflect on our learning regarding these concepts, we completed a comprehensive medical assessment. The level of work I chose required reanalysing WSM (Western Scientific Medicine), CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) and TM (Traditional Māori Medicine), alongside an investigation about a specific medical condition of our choice. Crucially, we evaluated how this condition and its treatments influence a person’s well-being across all four dimensions of hauora.

Here is my medical assessment slideshow:

Medicine Health Assessment T4 by Jamilah Mae Manapat

Ultimately, this topic has given me a much deeper understanding for how health is managed. Investigating WSM, CAM and TM showed me that there isn’t a singular way to treat an illness. Most importantly, looking at my chosen condition through the lens of hauora reminded me that true health isn’t just physical. To fully heal, we have to also look after our mental, social and spiritual well-being. Overall, this topic has been incredibly fun to learn about. It’s fascinating to see how a single health condition can ripple out and affect every single part of one’s hauora.

1. We covered the human brain and the parts that control our emotions and personality. Based on what you have learnt, how might a trauma to the brain impact how an individual behaves?

1. Knowing our personality type (think back to the OCEAN test) can assist us with understanding not only ourselves but also other people. 

1. How and why do you believe an individual’s Taha Whānau might change due to understanding their personality type? 
2. How and why do you believe an individual’s Taha Wairua might change due to understanding their personality type?

1. We completed a series of criminal investigation activities 

1. If you were a criminal investigator, what steps would you follow to solve a crime?
2. What questions might you ask eyewitnesses? (include at least 5) and why would you ask these questions?
3. What questions might you ask possible suspects? (include at least 5) and why would you ask these questions?
4. What types of communication would you use to assist you in solving a crime? (think back to when we discussed verbal and non-verbal communication.) 

5. How might being involved in criminal behavior impact an individual’s Hauora in the short term and long term? (cover all 4 areas)

6. Based on what we discussed in class, what are examples of PIS (personal, interpersonal & societal) factors that may lead to someone committing a crime? (include at least 2 from each level). Explain your answers with how and why. 

Trauma to the brain could alter different lobes of the brain For example The frontal lobe known to control our muscle movements, speech production reasoning, planning and emotional regulation. Trauma to this part of the brain could cause a person to have problems suppressing  inappropriate remarks or understanding social boundaries, leading to out of character behaviour.

Trauma to the brain could cause the Amygdala a small, almond-shaped cluster of nuclei located deep within the medial temporal lobe of the brain, to go haywire causing intense hyper-vigilance, sudden fear, and overreactions to safe situations. Trauma to the brain can also cause amnesia, which is when  memories become fragmented making it hard to process current events from past threats.

An individual’s Taha whanau might change because of the personality type this is because knowing your Extra version and Agreeableness from OCEAN scores how you adjust and talk to your family.

Taha wairua on the other hand might change because, when you know your baseline Neuroticism or emotional stability, you can find inner calm and personal peace easier. Recognizing your openness to experience guides you toward spiritual or creative practices that feed your soul. Self-awareness lets you appreciate your inner voice without harsh self-judgment.

If I was a criminal investigator here are five steps I would use to solve a crime, Firstly I would establish a perimeter around the crime scene to prevent any contamination, and keep a record of anyone who entered or left.

The next step would be to conduct a search and collect, Document using photography, videography and sketches then collect physical evidence.

Step three would be to search the surrounding area for any eye witnesses, security cameras, dashcams or anyone with information about the timeline of events.

Step four Is to analyze the evidence. Working with people specialized in forensic science to analyze the evidence and determine the murderer or perpetrator’s method of operation and their motive.

The final step would be to Interview and Interrogate Question any witness to build a timeline of events, and interrogate suspects to cross-examine their testimonies, against the physical evidence

The questions would I ask eyewitnesses to build my timeline of the crime scene are these.

Firstly I would ask the eyewitness  “Can you tell me, in your own words, exactly what you saw and heard?” Why would I ask this you might ask, This open-ended question allows the witness to provide a clear narrative without being led or influenced by what I was thinking.

Secondly I would ask “Where exactly were you standing, and what was the weather like?” This question is used to establish the witness’s line of sight, perspective and credibility, helping determine if we could realistically see what they claim.

Thirdly, I would ask “What caught your attention right before the incident occurred?” This question helps identify the sequence of events and triggers like a scream, bang or speeding car that led up to the crime.

Fourthly, I would ask “Can you describe the person’s appearance, clothing or any distinguishing features that you remember?” This provides an immediate description to broadcast to officers on patrol for a suspect search.

Fifthly I would ask “did you notice anyone else in the area who might have seen what happened?” This question expands the investigation by identifying other potential witnesses who may not have come forward voluntarily.

When interrogating possible suspects, Questions are would ask are like so.

“Where were you between the hours of time before crime, and time after crime on  the date the crime was committed.” This establishes a concrete timeline and forces the suspect to lock into a specific alibi that can be verifed.

“What is your relationship to the victim or connection to the location of the crime scene?” This helps establish a personal motive, familiarity or opportunity to commit the crime.

“Who can verify your whereabouts during that time, and is there any footage or receipts that show you were there?” This pressures the suspect to provide corroborating evidence, giving investigators specific people or businesses to check

“Why do you think someone would commit this crime against the victim?”

2:Temporal tube controls emotions and behavior and  frontal tube controls also behavior and personality.

Here is my work  I did today