This strand involves an interaction of physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual dimensions. A commitment to personal health is a significant factor in living a happy, healthy and productive life. Learning about personal health, growth and development help the learners acquire the knowledge, skills, behaviours and attitudes needed to ensure personal health and well-being. Learners develop knowledge and understanding of their body parts; changes associated with growing up; understanding growth and development; changes during puberty and early adolescence; reproductive and sexual health; and living and coping with stress.