Chapter 4 Self-care Flashcards
An expression of health in which an individual is aware of, chooses, and practices healthy choices, creating a more successful and balanced life.
Wellness
Condition of physical,mental,emotional and social well-being and the absence of disease.
Health
Emotional, environmental, intellectual, occupational, social, spiritual, physical
Wellness model of university of Nebraska
Awareness of our feelings and emotions and the feelings and emotions of others.
Emotional
Recognition of interdependence with the environment and nature.
Environmental
Embracing new ideas and developing ourselves, keeping current.
Intellectual
Choosing a satisfying career and/or volunteer effort.
Occupational
Participating in social activities
Social
Experiencing a connection with a higher power.
Spiritual
Establishing and maintaining health through proper nutrition, physical activity, adequate sleep and avoidance of harmful habits.
Physical
The way our bodies take in and use food
Nutrition
Substance that provides nourishment and affects metabolic process such as cell growth and repair.
Nutrient
There are two different types
Provide energy through calories. Examples are proteins carbohydrates and fats
Macronutrients
Have no caloric value but are needed in small quantities. Vitamins and minerals fall in this category.
Micronutrients
Unit of energy producing potential you receive from Food you eat
Calorie
Is the response of the body to any demand placed on a chronic stress produces a sustained increase in stress hormones that trigger inflammation through the body.
Stress
Breathe, filling dots, journaling, affirmations, prioritize, and enjoy yourself
Ways of reducing stress for overall health
Deep breathing is an effective relaxation tool
Breathe
Visual trigger for stressor locations
Filing Dots
Brings clarity to thoughts and feelings.
Journaling
Positive statements can bring about positive changes
Affirmations
Keep meaningless and time consuming activities in check
Prioritize
Do things you enjoy
Enjoy yourself
Two different types of nutrients
Macro Nad micronutrients
