b three- environmental factors Flashcards
what are some reasons environmental factors can effect anxiety and depression
> housing- effects respiratory issues
access to healthcare
geographical location
pollution- effect illnesses such as asthma
what does environmental factors mean
- issues which are external to the body and effect development directly
what are causes of outside air pollution
. aeroplanes
. power plants
. cars
. trains
what are causes of inside air pollution
- household pollutants
> mold
> cleaning products
> air and water pollution
what are some health impacts caused by air pollution (repiratory issues)
> bronchitis
asthma
lung cancer
health impacts by air pollution (allergy)
> wheezing
allergic reaction
what aspects in a home can cause risks to health, wellbeing including accidents and illnesses?
- black mold- can cause damage to respiritory issues
- poor housing conditions- no hot water or heating effect persons health= hypothermia
- drying clothes indoor without ventilation
what day to day things can effect a persons health and wellbeing
> ready made meals= salt, sugar saturated fats increase of heart disease
lack of green spaces= low mental wellbeing, excersise
how can housing conditions effect a persons wellbeing
- stress of paying bills
- lack of privacy
- fear of crime
- darker rooms
- feeling of shame