Concepts and Needs- key concept definitions Flashcards
What is Health ?
positive concept that suggests well-being
a state of physical, mental and social well-being
not just absence of absence or disease
What is ill health ?
A state in which an individual is unable to function normally and without pain
can be physical or mental
it may be about the presence of something negative like disease or the absence of something positive like adequate nutrition
What is Mental Illness?
a term for all diagnosable mental health problems where professional intervention and treatment is required
has been linked to chemical changes in the brain which produce abnormal often undesirable behaviour
What is mental health ?
a state of successful performance of mental function, resulting in productive activities, fulfilling relationships with others.
an individuals sense of being able to cope and being in control of their life
What is disease?
usually long term and can result from injuries, accidents or infection
disease is a condition or process which can affect the functioning of the body physically or mentally
eg CHD or alzheimer’s
What is stress related illness ?
refers to physical symptoms which result from physiological effects that occur when a person feels anxious and unable to cope
with stressors such as work, financial, family problems
eg headaches, palpitations, stomach problems
