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Define belonging

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The feeling of a deep connection with a social group or a place. Belonging can also refer to feeling accepted or having a sense of purpose.

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Describe this aspect of wellbeing: ‘cultural’

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Cultural wellbeing means embracing diversity and inclusivity whilst connecting with your own culture and traditions

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SPEECS

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The factors affecting wellbeing:
Social
Physical
Emotional
Economic
Cultural
Spiritual

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SEASHE

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SEASHE is the acronym for specific needs. It stands for: Safety, Education, Adequate standard of living, Sense of identity, Health, and Employment

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Define community

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A community is a group of people who all belong and share something like an interest, location, value etc. Eg. a church community shares the activity of going to church and also share christian values

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Describe this aspect of wellbeing: ‘economic’

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Economic wellbeing refers to your income and money. It means having enough to pay for essentials and having financial security for the future.

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What is meant by ‘esteem needs’ and where is this tier placed on Maslow’s hierarchy

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The esteem needs on Maslow’s hierarchy encompass confidence, self esteem, reputation, respect from others, social status, accomplishment, pride, and believing in oneself. This tier is second from the top.

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Describe this aspect of wellbeing: ‘emotional’

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Emotional wellbeing means mental health, emotional regulation, resilience, and maintaining a postive emotional state. Many things influence emotional wellbeing.

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Define family values

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Family values are the values you share with your family, likely influenced by your parents

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Define group wellbeing

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Group wellbeing considers the needs and wellness of of each and every person in a group. The wellbeing of one member will impact the wellbeing of other members.

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Define wellbeing

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Wellbeing is the degree of satisfaction of social, physical, emotional, economic, cultural and spiritual needs that contribute to health, prosperity, ability to function well and quality of life.

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Define goal

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An objective someone is trying to reach, achieve or gain

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Define health

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According to WHO “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”

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Define balance in a CAFS context

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Balance is when all wellbeing needs are met and no particular need impedes on another

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Define illbeing

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Being deficient in wellbeing, being unwell

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Define interchangeability of resources

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Interchangeability is the potential for resources to be shared or exchanged

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What is Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

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Maslow’s Hierarchy is a five tier model of human needs proposed by psychologist Abraham Maslow. It illustrates his theory of what needs motivate human behaviour. The needs; physiological needs, safety needs, love and belonging, esteem and self actualization are progressions.

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Why is Maslow’s Hierarchy relevant, accurate and useful

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  • It is clear and easy to understand
  • It is relevant because psychology and the human experience are timeless
  • It is useful in understanding human motivations and needs behind behaviour
  • Abraham Maslow had three degrees in psychology
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Why might Maslow’s hierarchy be inaccurate or unreliable

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  • It was proposed in 1943
  • It is disputed by psychologists today
  • It was not based on the results of a scientific study/experiment
  • Some experts argue that there is no linear progression when it comes to needs
  • Some experts argue that human connection is the foundational need
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Define ‘need’

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A need is something that is vital to survive

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Describe this aspect of wellbeing: ‘physical’

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Physical wellbeing is your physical health and functioning.

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What is the bottom/foundational tier on Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs

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Physiological needs eg. food, water, sleep

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How does Maslow describe ‘physiological needs’

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Physical needs like food, water and sleep.

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What are ‘personal values’

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Personal values are the values an individual has

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What does 'quality of life' mean
The standard to which a persons is healthy, functioning well in life, experiencing happiness, and having their specific needs met.
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Define 'resource'
Something that can be used to help reach a goal
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What are the specific needs and what acronym is used for remembering them
The acronym for specific needs is SEASHE which stands for: Safety, Education, Adequate standard of living, Sense of Identity, Health, and Employment
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Describe 'safety' as a specific need
The need for safety is the need to feel comfortable, protected from physical and emotional harm. For example having a house may help to meet this need.
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Define 'security'
Having security means feeling safe, comfortable and protected in the present, and knowing that you will be safe, comfortable and protected in future.
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Describe this aspect of wellbeing: 'social'
Social wellbeing means having healthy interactions with others, healthy realtionships and belonging to a community.
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What are the factors affecting wellbeing and what is the acronym used to remember them
The acronym is SPEECS which stands for: Social, Physical, Emotional, Economic, Cultural, Spiritual
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Describe this aspect of wellbeing: 'spiritual'
Spiritual wellbeing is having a sense of purpose, having a healthy outlook on life and having values/morals. For many, spiritual wellbeing is found through religion and a relationship with their God.
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What does 'standard of living' mean
The degree to which your primary needs for survial are met eg. food, clothing, shelter.
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What is a sustainable resource
A sustainable resource is a resource that can be continuously replenished. It won't run out or decrease in qaulity.
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How does Maslow describe 'self actualisation needs' and in what tier is this category placed
"Self-actualisation" is placed in the top tier, so it is the fifth and final progression. Maslow describes self-actualisation as the desire to be the best that one can be. It refers to self-fulfillment and reaching your full potential.
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Define 'want'
A want is a preference or desire that is not necessary for survival
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How does Maslow describe 'safety needs' and in what tier is this category placed
'Safety needs' is second from the bottom, it is the second progression. This is the need to feel protected from physical and emotional harm.
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How does Maslow describe 'love and belonging needs' and in what tier is this category placed
'Love and belonging' is the third tier. 'Love and belonging' is the need to feel accepted, the need to have a place in a group or community, the need for love and the need for affection.
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How do needs differ from wants
Needs are necessary for survival but wants are not.
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Give examples of 'wants'
- Fashionable or trendy items - Desserts and lollies
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Give an example of how Maslow's Hierarchy can be applied or a case where it has been applied
Maslow's hierarchy is often used by managers to help support wellbeing in the workplace. For example, a workplace supports workers physiological needs with rest breaks, water stations and food. To support safety needs a workplace will provide shelter and make an effort to prevent harrassment. To support love an belonging needs they may run social events. To support esteem needs they will encourage their workers and pay them fairly. To support self-actualisation needs they will provide opportunities for professional development.
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What is one quote from an expert opposing Maslow's Hierarchy
Psychologist Matthew Lieberman says "Food, shelter, and warmth are not the foundation of our human needs."
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What does the SMART goals acronym stand for
Specific Measurable Attainable/Achievable Relevant Time-bound
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How can the importance of each need differ from person to person
The significance of each need differs depending on values, goals and circumstances. For someone at a socioeconomic disadvantage, employment is likely the most siginificant and pressing need. The most siginifcant need to someone living in a war torn country might be safety.
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What is a non-human resource
A non-human resource is a tangible object.
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What is a 'human resource'
A human resources are the skills, abilites and talents of people that can help someone reach a goal.
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Define 'interchangeability of resources'
Resources are interchangeable, meaning they can be exchanged between people to save time, money, or energy when working towards a goal. Human and non-human resources have interchangeability.
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Provide an example of resources being interchanged
To put on a play, a skilled painter will paint the set of a play and at the same time, a skilled actor will act in the play to reach the goal in less time. Money is a non-human resource that can be exchanged for other resources like books.
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Define 'values'
Values are qualities that an individual or group believes to be desirable and important in life
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What factors influence the availability of and access to resources. What is the acroynm to remember them?
"All Good Children Deserve Sweets & Lollies" which stands for: Age Gender Culture Disability (eg. literacy, mobility) Socioeconomic status Location
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What is informal support
Support that doesn't come from an established organisation or government effort
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What is formal support
Support provided by the government, a company or an organisation
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Define 'personal management skills'
Personal management skills enable a person to exercise control over their attitudes, behaviour and motivation. This helps them to achieve their goals and satisfy their needs. For example, effective communication is a personal managment skill.
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Provide examples of support networks that can contribute to the satisfaction of specific needs in a variety of situations
Safety - police, emergency services, parents, homeless shelters, women's refuges Education - Scholarships, subsidised courses, disability inclusion program, parramatta mission library, public libraries, IFL, first nations university entry schemes Adequate standard of living - Meals plus, homeless shelters, the smith family sponsor child program, parramatta misson clothing donation Sense of identity - clubs, community activities, family, support groups, minus 18 Health - government subsidy and support for the disabled and/or aging, healthcare services Employment - JobAccess, superannuation, the salvation army
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What is verbal communication and what is its significance in CAFS
Verbal communication is communication through words or sign language
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What is non-verbal communication and what is its significance in CAFS
Non-verbal communication is communication through physical actions, body language, tone and attitude
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What are the three styles of communication
Assertive, aggressive and passive
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Describe the aggressive communication style
- Intimidating - Dominant - Defensive - Selfish - Can effectively get the person's attention - Can create arguments - Can disrespect the other person - Violent gestures
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Describe the assertive communication style
- Clear - Direct - Honest - Confident - Self-aware - Respectful - Takes the other person into consideration - Achieve mutual respect - Gets a clear message across and achieves desired outcome - Eye contact
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Describe the passive communication style
- Indirect - Timid - Conflict avoidant - Agreeable - Disregards own needs - Does not address anything or work toward an outcome - Closed off body language (eg. fidgeting, lack of eye contact)
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What does effective communication look like
- Respectful - Positive - Clear expression - Two sided and conversational - Assertive - Showing care and interest - Honest - Kind - Verbal and non-verbal communication
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What does ineffective communication look like
- Poor verbal communication and/or poor non-verbal communication - Disrespectful - Disregarding self or other - One sided - Unclear - Dishonest or withholding information - Hurried - Interrupting - Evasive
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What are the 5 decision making styles and what is the saying to remember them
"Chris Hopes Richard Is Infertile", which stands for: Impulsive, Intuitive (instinct or feeling), Hesitant, Confident, Rational (logical)
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What does the SMART acronym stand for
Specific, Measureable, Achievable/Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound
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What factors influence decision making
Access to resources, complexity of the problem, personal values, past experiences and advice from others
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Define resource management
Resource management is how a person controls, organises, and makes use of their resources.
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What are the personal management skills we have explored in CAFS
- Planning and organising - Effective communication - Verbal and non-verbal communication - SMART goals - Decision making skills
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What is the relationship between personal mangement skills and resource management
The personal management skills we have explored in class can help a person access resources and manage them well. For example a person could use effective communication to stand up for their right to particular resources. A person could use planning and organising skills to manage their resources.
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Why do we need to develop our skills in personal management
So that we can... - meet our needs and wants - achieve our goals - communicate effectively - solve problems and make decisions - improve our ability to cope with change
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What does resource management have to do with what we have been learning in this module?
Nesa explains that "This module emphasises the fundamental importance of the skill of resource management, which is the use of resources to satisfy needs in order to achieve wellbeing"

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