Psych: Public Health Flashcards
1
Q
What is the medical model of health?
A
A state characterised by anatomic, physiologic and psychologic integrity to be able to carry out everyday tasks whilst dealing with the stresses
2
Q
What is the holistic model of health?
A
A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
3
Q
What is the wellness model of health?
A
The extent to which an individual or group is able to realise aspirations and satisfy needs to cope with the environment
4
Q
What is physical activity?
A
Body movement that expands energy and raises the heart rate
5
Q
What can physical inactivity cause?
A
One of the leading causes of death in the UK
Responsible for:
- 22-23% of Coronary Heart Disease
- 16-17% of colon cancer
- 15% of diabetes
- 12-13% of strokes
- 11% Breast cancer
6
Q
What campaigns are targeting inactive groups?
A
- This Girl Can
- One you
