Chapter 1- Concepts of Health and Wellbeing and Illness Flashcards
health and wellbeing definition
the state of a persons physical, social, emotional, mental and spiritual existence, characterized by an equilibrium in which the individual feels happy, healthy, capable and engaged.
dynamic nature
meaning that it is constantly changing or moving continually in response to its environment and experiences. eg. a person could be experiencing optimal health but then fall sick.
subjective
health can be viewed in many different ways, influenced by or based on personal beliefs, feelings or opinions. eg. a person may have a chronic disease but they may feel they have good health as its being managed.
illness
subjective concept related to a personal experience of a disease or injury.
disease
a physical or mental disturbance involving symptoms , dysfunction or tissue damage.
physical health
relates to the functioning of the body and its systems, including the physical capacity to perform daily activities or tasks.
examples of physical health
-healthy body weight
-absense of illness, disease or injury
-optimal energy levels
-ability to complete physical tasks adequately
-appropriate levels of fitness
-optimal blood pressure
-well functioning body systems and organs
social health
relates to the state and quality of interaction and relationships that an individual has with family, friends and other people as well as the ability to manage or adapt appropriately to different social situations. it also includes the level of support provided by family and within a community.
examples of social health
-effective communication with others
-supportive and well functioning family
-productice relationships with other people
-supportive network of friends
-abiloty to manage or adapt appropriately to different social situations
emotional H&W definition
the ability to express feelings in an appropriate way. about positive management and expression of emotional actions and reactional as well as the ability to display resilience.
examples of emotional health and wellbeing
-recognise and understand the range of emotions
-effectively respond to and manage emotionx
-experience appropriate emotions in different scenarios
-have high level of resilence
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mental h&w definition
refers to the state of a state of persons mind or brain and relates to the ability to think and process information. it includes optimal thought patterns, self esteem, and levels of stress and anxiety.
examples of mental health
-low levels of stress and anxiety
-positive self-esteem (how a person feels about themselves)
-process information to solve problems
-high levels of confidence
-positive thought patterns
-use logic and reasoning to form opinions, make decisions and solve problems
spiritual h&w definition
ideas, beliefs, values and ethics that arise in the mind and conscience of human beings. it includes the concept of hope, peace, a guiding sense of meaning, or value and reflection on your place in the world.
examples of spiritual health
-a sense of belonging and connection to the world
-positive meaning and purpose in life
-peace and harmony
-developed personal values and beliefs
-acting according to values and beliefs
values
relates to what an individual feels is important in life, and can include valuing family connections or freedom of speech
beliefs
what an individual feels to be true or right, even if the belief may be unproven, such as their belief in life after death
importance of health and wellbeing for individuals
-work productively
-reduced healthcare costs
-gain an education
-earn an income
-excercise
-effectively run a household
-spend time with friends
-work towards their purpose in life
-increase in leisure time
-live independantly
-sleep well
importance of health and wellbeing nationally
-longer,healthier lives
-health system savings
-fewer people relying on social security
-increased productivity
-higher average incomes
-redcuced stress and anxiety in the community
-increased social participation
importance of health and wellbeing globally
-reduces risk of disease transmission between countries
-assists in promoting peace and stability
-promotes economic development
-promotes social development
-promotes sustainablity
