9 weeks test Flashcards
the three elements of your health are___,___,___
physical, mental/emotional, and social
is the way the parts and systems of your body work together
physical health
includes your feelings about yourself, how well you relate to others, and how well you meet the demands of daily life
mental health
to maintain your _____ you need to take time to relax and share your feelings with others or in a journal.
emotional health
Being overweight takes off approximately ___ years off your life.
10
How well you get along with others is defined as your
social health
is the capacity to obtain, interpret, and understand basic health information and services.
Health Literacy
is an influence on your health that is passed down from your parents.
Heredity
Your environment can be broken down into three different elements ____,____,____
physical, social, cultural
is the collective beliefs, customs, and behaviors of a group.
culture
An example of a physical environment would be
part of the county, where your house is, type of neighborhood.
____environment includes your family and other people with whom you come in contact with daily.
social
____ can also have an influence on your health. (Examples include tv, music, video games, movies, and newspapers.)
media
Risks that increase gradually and may add up to a consequence that is worse than expected is
cumulative risks.
Actions or behaviors that represent a potential health threat are referred to as
risk factors
is the exchange of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs between two or more people.
interpersonal skills
support and encouragement from family and friends is an example of
protective factors
Life skills or specific tools and strategies that help you maintain, protect, and improve all aspects of your health are known as
health skills
Saying no in a firm voice is an example of
refusal strategies.
The process of ending a conflict through cooperation and problem solving is known as
conflict resolution skills
The key to resolving conflicts is
respecting others rights and your own
Practicing healthful behaviors and managing stress are both known as
self-management skills.
One of the best things you can do is to learn ways to deal with or overcome the negative effects of
stress management
are your knowledge, values, likes, dislikes, and desires, things based on your experiences and your perspective on life.
internal influences