chapter 1

Question 1

WHO definition of Health and Wellbeing

Answer 1

‘health is a state of complete physical,
mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of
disease or infirmity.’

Question 2

infirmity

Answer 2

the quality or state of
being weak or ill

Question 2

health

Answer 2

Physical, social,
mental, emotional and
spiritual

Question 3

Wellbeing

Answer 3

An equilibrium in which
the individual feels happy,
healthy, capable and engaged

Question 4

health and wellbeing

Answer 4

A person’s physical, social,
emotional, mental and spiritual
existence characterised by
equilibrium in which they feel
happy, healthy, capable
and engaged

Question 5

physical health and wellbeing

Answer 5

relates to the functioning of the
body and its systems; it includes
the physical capacity to perform
daily activities or tasks
example- healthy body weight, low blood, pressure, absence of disease or illness

Question 6

Social health and wellbeing

Answer 6

and wellbeing the ability to form meaningful and satisfying relationships with others
and the ability to manage or adapt appropriately to different social situations
example- effective communication, supportive family.

Question 7

Emotional health and wellbeing

Answer 7

The ability to recognise,
understand and effectively manage and express emotions as well as the ability to display resilience
example- high level of resilience, recognise a range of emotions

Question 8

Mental health and wellbeing

Answer 8

relates to the state of a person’s
mind or brain and the ability to
think and process information.
example- low levels of stress and anxiety, positive self esteem

Question 9

Spiritual health and wellbeing

Answer 9

relates to ideas, beliefs, values
and ethics that arise in the mind
and conscience of human beings
example- a sense of belonging to the world, peace and harmony

Question 10

prioritise

Answer 10

to treat something as being the most important

Question 11

childrens priorities

Answer 11

Health and wellbeing priorities for this age group are set by parents/carers

Question 12

what do youth (age 12-17) prioritise

Answer 12

physical health and wellbeing is seen as a priority for example, weight control, fitness, diet and nutrition

Question 13

what do early adulthood (age 18-39) prioritise

Answer 13

physical wellbeing is very important during this stage such as fitness, weight control and body image, are also health and wellbeing priorities. Aspects of emotional health and wellbeing, such as managing emotions is also important

Question 13

what do middle adulthood (40-64) prioritise

Answer 13

Due to the increased risk of cardiovascular disease and cancers at this age, health preventative practices become a major priority during middle adulthood

Question 14

what do Later adulthood (65+) prioritise

Answer 14

Keeping physically active in order to maintain mobility and
independence is a priority in later adulthood

Question 15

Gender perspectives

Answer 15

Men and women generally assess their overall health status similarly. females are typically more health conscious than males encompassing all dimensions; whereas a male’s concept of
health and wellbeing is often associated with the physical dimension, with a focus on physical fitness. Men are less likely than women to perceive themselves as being at risk of illness or injury and other health problems. Young men tend to connect health and wellbeing with fitness. Young women viewed their health and wellbeing in a more complex manner, maintaining diet, exercise routines, appropriate body shape and a positive mental state.

Question 16

Early primary-school-aged (prep to grade 4) perspectives

Answer 16

children’s views about health and wellbeing stem
from the knowledge of what makes a healthy body,
with the focus on growing up and being safe

Question 17

young people aged between 8 and 15 perspectives

Answer 17

diet, nutrition, weight, healthy food and junk food.
Sports, fitness and personal hygiene were also
mentioned, together with mental health concerns,
depression and anxiety.

Question 18

Young adults’ (15–24) perspectives

Answer 18

views on health and wellbeing are often associated with body image. A person who is happy with their physical appearance will more likely perceive themselves as healthy. An individual who partakes in regular physical activity will also consider themself to be healthy

Question 19

early adulthood (25–39 years) perspectives

Answer 19

physical appearance and body image are a major influence on perspectives of health and wellbeing

Question 20

Middle adulthood (40–64 years) perspectives

Answer 20

perspectives on health and wellbeing are largely associated with illness
prevention. So when asked their perspectives on health and wellbeing, responses from
people in this age group mainly involve being free from illness and disease.

Question 21

later adulthood (65+) perspectives

Answer 21

that illness prevention is a priority. Health and wellbeing also becomes about a person’s
ability to live independently and with a degree of mobility.

Question 22

femalels priorities

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females have often prioritised physical health and wellbeing, as many girls and women strive for a
‘more desirable physique. consumption of
nutritious foods and regular exercise have been a major priority. Mental health and wellbeing has often been of greater priority to females who tend to seek assistance more regularly and easily than males. Females are often more open about their feelings.

Question 23

males priorities

Answer 23

males prioritise physical health and wellbeing this can be partly attributed to the increased role of
social media and the desire to present themselves as physically attractive. there is a greater focus
on the consumption of nutritious food. males have only recently started to focus on matters associated with mental health and wellbeing

Question 24

some factors that can influence health and wellbeing

Answer 24

regular exercise, healthy self esteem, sufficient sleep, sense of belonging, enough money, network of friends, optimistic outlook

Question 25

Buddhism

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Buddhists believe that spiritual health and wellbeing is key to promoting overall health and wellbeing.
-cures to illness can be obtained by changing mindset and herbs.
-western medicine is often avoided.

Question 26

Hinduism

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spiritual health and wellbeing is and essential part of Hinduism.
-being vegetarian is common
-fasting is practised
-non vegetarians will not eat pork or beef

Question 26

islam

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beleifs:
every illness has a cure
-fasting during ramamdan during daylight
-abortion is not allowed
-no alcohol
-no pork

Question 27

christianity

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Christian faith encourages a person to take care of their of their health and wellbeing
-customs:
no sex before marriage
-no mean on Fridays