U1: Concept of Health Flashcards
what is the World of Health Organisation’s definition of health?
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
what are the limits of WHO’s definition of health?
The limits of WHO’s definition of health is that it does not cover all five dimensions of health and well being. An individual cannot also achieve the complete state of health and well-being.
what is health and well-being?
The state of a person’s physical, social, emotional, mental, and spiritual existence and is characterised by an equilibrium in which the individual feels happy, healthy, capable, and engaged.
define physical health and well-being.
The functioning of the body and its systems, it includes the physical capacity to perform daily activities or tasks.
give 5 examples of easily measured physical h&w indicators.
- physical fitness
- body weight
- blood cholesterol levels
- blood pressure
- the absence of disease or illness
give 2 examples of difficult to measure physical h&w indicators.
- energy levels
- functioning of the body systems
define social health and well-being.
The ability to form meaningful and satisfying relationships with others and the ability to manage or adapt appropriately to different social situations.
give all of the given examples of social h&w.
- effective communication with others
- supportive network of friends
- supportive and well-functioning family
- productive relationships with people
define emotional health and well-being.
The ability to recognise, understand, and effectively manage and express emotions as well as the ability to display resilience.
define emotional intelligence.
The individual’s capability to recognise and respond to either their own or others’ emotions.
example of emotional h&w.
- recognise a range of emotions
- experience appropriate emotions in a given scenario.
- possess the ability to recover from misfortune.
- adequately respond to, express, and manage emotions
define mental health and well-being.
Relates to the state of a person’s mind or brain and the ability to think and process information.
how does optimal mental h&w enables an individual to perform.
Optimal mental h&w enables an individual to positively form opinions, make decisions, and use logic.
define self esteem.
Reflects a person’s overall subjective emotional evaluation of their own worth. It is a judgement of oneself as well as an attitude toward the self.
examples of mental h&w.
- low levels of stress and anxiety
- positive thought patterns
- positive self esteem
- high levels of confidence
