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Development

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A series of orderly, predictable changes that occur from conception until death. Changes can be physical, social, emotional and intellectual.

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3 dimensions of health

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Physical
Mental
Social

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Physical health

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Relates to the efficient functioning of the body and and it’s systems and includes the capacity to perform tasks and physical fitness

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Mental health

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State of wellbeing in which the individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, is able to work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution the their community.

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Social health

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Being able to interact with others and participate in the community in both and independent and cooperative way

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Mortality

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Refers to deaths in a population

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Morbidity

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Refers to ill health in an individual or levels of ill health in a population.

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How do you measure health status

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An individuals or a populations overall health, taking into account life expectancy, amount of disability and levels of disease risk factors.

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Life expectancy

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An indication of how long a person can expect to live if the current death rates remain unchanged

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Life span

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The length of time for which a person lives

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Incidence

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Refers to the number of new cases of a disease/condition in a population during a given time

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Prevalence

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The number of cases of a particular disease/condition present in a population at a given time

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DALY’s

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Disability adjusted life years
One daly is equal to one year of healthy life lost due to premature death and time lived with illness, disease or injury.

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4 areas of development

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Physical
Social
Emotional
Intellectual

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Physical development

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Changes to the body and it’s systems. These can be changes in size, complexity or motor skills

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Social development

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The increasing complexity of behavior patterns used in relationships with other people.

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Emotional development

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The development of the full range of emotions and the optimal way of dealing with and expressing them.

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Intellectual development

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The development of processes in the brain such as thought, memory and knowledge.

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Key stages of the lifespan

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Prenatal 
Birth 
Early childhood 
Late childhood 
Youth 
Early adulthood 
Middle adulthood 
Late adulthood
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Youth

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12 to 18
Characterized by rapid growth, increased independence and sexual growth. Gain a level of kati ritzy and undergo many physical, social, intellectual and emotional changes.

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Maturation

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The action or process of maturing

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Puberty

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Biological changes that occur during youth and prepare the individual for sexual reproduction.

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Hormone

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A chemical messenger that results in changes to the body.

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Endocrine system

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A body system that is made up of glands that release hormones to control body functions

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Gland
An organ in the human body which secretes particular chemical substances.
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Gonad
An organ in the body that produces sex cells
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Pituatry gland
Located in the brain | Releases LH AND FSH
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Hypothalamus
Located in the brain | Releases GnRH
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Thyroid gland
Located in the neck | Releases thyroxine
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Ovaries
Located in female reproductive system | Produces oestrogen and progesterone
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Testes
Found in the male reproductive system | Produces testosterone
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Key hormones that play a role in menstruation
LH and progesterone
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What is ovulation and when does it occur
When an ovary releases an egg. Happens once every menstrual cycle.
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Growth spurt
A period of rapid physical growth experienced during puberty
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Primary sex characteristics
Body parts that are directly involved in reproduction and form what are commonly referred to as genitals and organs of reproduction
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Secondary sex characteristics
Traits arising from changes in both makes and females at puberty. They are neither directly related to reproduction nor present at birth.
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How long does the menstrual cycle last and happens
21-35 days. Lining of the uterus sheds and an egg is released.
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Endometrium is also known as
The uterine
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Main causes of youth mortality
Injuries (mainly road traffic accidents)
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Main causes of morbidity
Mental disorders
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Determinants of health
Biological determinants Behavioral determinants Physical environment Social environment
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Biological determinants are
Genetics Body weight Hormones
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Behavioral determinants are
``` Sun protection Substance abuse Sexual practices Seeking help from health professionals Physical activity Maintaining friendships ```
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Physical environments are
Tobacco smoke in the house Work environment House environment Access to recreational facilities
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Social environments are
``` Family cohesion Socioeconomic status Participation in community Media Access to education ```
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Australian guide to healthy eating is
``` A circle split into five groups Grains Vegetables Fruit Milk Meats ```
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Provision on energy
``` Cats bath in water Carbohydrates B group vitamins Iron Water ```
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Blood production
``` Peter can't love alone in Boston west Protein Vitamin c Lipids Vitamin a Iron B group vitamins Water ```
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Soft tissue
``` People fart constantly like anna will Protein Folate Vitamin c Lipids Vitamin a Water ```
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Hard tissue
``` Pets can always carry disease Protein Vitamin c Vitamin a Calcium Vitamin d ```
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Water | Main function, food sources, deficiency
Medium for chemical reactions All fluid intake and fruits+vegetables Dehydration, cramps
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Vitamin D | Main function, food sources, deficiency
Absorption of calcium from the intestine into the bloodstream. Fish and fortified foods Low levels of calcium being absorbed and weak bones
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Vitamin C | Main function, food sources, deficiency
Assists in the absorption of iron Oranges and broccoli Scurvy
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Folate B9 | Main functions,food sources,deficiency
DNA synthesis and development of red blood cells Poultry, eggs Anaemia
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Health
A state of complete physical, social and mental wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

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