health and wellness Flashcards
define health
health refers to an individuals state of mental, social, and physical wellbeing.
define wellness
wellness is an individuals quality of life. it is multidimensional and encompasses many variables such as; spirituality, enviornment, mentality, etc.
what is “canadas key determaints of health”?
the health canada key determinants of health are twelve determinants showing the areas where people are able to acquire support.
what is the purpose of canadas key determaints of health?
the purpose is to make desicions, create plans, and establish goals to achieve an ideal health situation in society.
kdh : what is social status and income?
income is a significant key determinant of health. people with incrementally greater incomes may live longer because they have more money to spend on services and items that promote good health, such as education, wholesome food, and housing in a good place.
kdh : what is education and literacy?
the idea of education and literacy states that being well-educated typically
translates to having a better career, earning more money, having a deeper
awareness of the health consequences of one’s actions, and having the capacity to better navigate the healthcare system. all of these factors contribute to improved health.
kdh : what is employment and working conditions?
low-wage workers, even those who are working full-time and in tenuous
positions, may not make enough money to cover their basic expenses. when
a person works or runs a business, they earn money that they may use to pay
for necessities of life. extreme workplace circumstances are associated with
higher levels of stress. lack of sleep is linked to heart disease, high blood
pressure, and excessive blood sugar.
kdh : what is social environment?
the social environment is made up of the organisations to which we belong, the areas in which we reside, how our jobs are set up, and the rules we establish to govern our lives. you must seek these.
kdh : what is physical enviornment?
the exterior surroundings and conditions in which we live, as well as how they affect a person’s health, are referred to as the physical environment. the natural elements of air, trees, natural vegetation, lakes, and the ocean are all included in the physical environment.
kdh : what is personal health and coping skills?
personal health practices and protective factors are ways that people may take care of themselves, overcome obstacles, become more independent, solve issues, and make decisions that improve their health.
kdh : what is healthy childhood development?
a child’s early life experiences is what sets them up for excellent or bad adult health. some of the most significant determinants of early child development include factors like appropriate maternal nutrition, maternal mental and physical health, parental stress and depression, parenting styles, unemployment, little or no income, housing circumstances, and neighbourhood quality.
kdh : what is biological and genetic endownment?
biological and genetic endowmnment are the genetics in which provide a predesposition to health, diseases, and other health issues.
kdh : what is culture?
individuals of a group may be more inclined to facing additional health risks due to socioeconomic development
kdh : what is gender/sex?
norms, stereotypes, society determined roles of the sexes can determine specific gender-based health issues.
kdh : what are health services?
the services in the community that are readily available to promote health and prevent disease contribute to population health.
