dimensions of health and wellbeing Flashcards
What is Physical Health and Wellbeing?
the functioning of the body and its systems. It includes the physical capacity to perform daily activities or tasks/ Physical health and wellbeing is supported by factors such as regular physical activity, consuming a balanced diet, having appropriate rest and sleep, mintaining an ideal body weight, and the absence of illness, disease or injury.
social health and wellbeing
the ability to form meaningful and satisfying relationships with others and to manage or adapt appropriately to different social situations. Also incudes inclusivity with family and other social communities. SH&WB is supported by strong communication
skills, empathy for others
and a sense of personal
responsibility.
Spiritual Health and Wellbeing
Spiritual health and wellbeing refers to a phenomenon that is not material in nature (not physical, cannot touch it or see it). It is interpreted as an individual’s
need for meaning, purpose
and fulfilment in life. For
many individuals, it involves
identification with a belief or
faith system that contributes
to hope and the will to live.
