Title: Understanding Complex Human Diseases

Grade Level: University

Objective: Students will be able to understand the causes, symptoms, and treatments of complex human diseases.

Materials: - PowerPoint presentation - Handouts - Whiteboard and markers

Introduction (10 minutes): - Introduce the topic of complex human diseases and explain why it is important to study them. - Ask students if they have any personal experience with complex human diseases or know someone who has been affected by them.

Body (60 minutes): - Define complex human diseases and provide examples (e.g. cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes). - Discuss the causes of complex human diseases, including genetic and environmental factors. - Explain the symptoms of complex human diseases and how they can vary depending on the disease. - Discuss the different treatments available for complex human diseases, including medication, surgery, and lifestyle changes. - Provide case studies of individuals who have been affected by complex human diseases and how they have coped with their illness. - Allow time for questions and discussion.

Conclusion (10 minutes): - Summarize the key points of the lesson. - Ask students to reflect on what they have learned and how it can be applied to their own lives. - Provide resources for further reading and support for those affected by complex human diseases.

Assessment: - Students will be assessed based on their participation in class discussion and their ability to answer questions related to the topic. - Students will also be given a written assignment to research and write about a specific complex human disease, including its causes, symptoms, and treatments.