Health and wellbeing dimensions Flashcards
define Physical health and wellbeing
Relates to the efficient functioning of the body and its systems; includes the physical capacity to perform daily activities or tasks
define Mental health and wellbeing
The state of a person’s mind or brain and relates to the ability to think and process information, positively form opinions, make decisions and use logic.
define Emotional health and wellbeing
The ability to recognise understand and effectively manage and express emotions as well as the ability to display resilience.
Spiritual health and wellbeing
Relates to ideas, beliefs, values and ethics that arise in the minds and conscience of human beings. It includes concepts of hope, peace, a guiding sense of meaning or value and reflection of a person’s place in the world.
characteristics of physical health and wellbeing
· Appropriate fitness levels
· Strong immune system
· Well-functioning body systems and organs
· Healthy body weight
· Free of illness, disease or injury
· Adequate energy levels
Ability to complete physical tasks adequately
characteristics of mental health and wellbeing
· Low levels of stress and anxiety
· Positive self-esteem (how a person feels about themselves)
· High levels of confidence
· Positive thought patterns (being optimistic)
characteristics of Emotional health and wellbeing
· Recognise and understand a range of emotions
· Effectively respond and manage emotions
· Have a high level of resilience
Characteristics of Spiritual health and wellbeing
A sense of belonging or connectedness
· Positive meaning and sense of purpose in life
· Peace and harmony
· Acting according to values and beliefs
(Can also include organised religion, higher power and prayer)
characteristics of Social health and wellbeing
· Supportive network of friends
· Supportive well-functioning family
· Ability to manage or adapt to different social situations
· Effective communication with others
· Productive relationships with other people
