Meanings of health Flashcards
1
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why is it important to define health
A
- influences policies on health
- to evaluate health programmes
- in order to develop strategies to improve oral health
- to understand that health means different things to different people
2
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what’s the difference in what health means between the different social classes
A
lower social classes: more emphasis on the ability to function
upper social classes: more comprehensive view of health - includes positive well being
3
Q
what is the medical model of the meaning of health?
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- does the body function? if not the fix it
- ignores the fact that you can be ill without a specific disease
4
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what is the biopsychological model of the meaning of health?
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- combines social, psychological and biological health
- focuses more on social well being
- seen as function, social relationships and psychological well being
5
Q
define oral health
A
the standard of health of oral and related tissues which enables an individual to eat, speak and socialise without the presence of active disease, any discomfort or embarrassment, which contributes to general well being.
