Unexpected life events Flashcards
What can be meant by unexpected life events ?x
Events that are not possible to prepare for these events often have a greater impact on health and well being ?
Give some examples of unexpected life events ?
Sudden death of someone (bereavement ) , ill health , accident of injury , exclusion or dropping out of education , redundancy , imprisonment .
Name some physical effects of bereavement ?
digestive problems , high blood pressure .
Name some intellectual effects of bereavement ?
depression , difficulty thinking and making decisions , memory problems .
Name some of the emotional effects of bereavement ?
difficulty sleeping grief , insecurity , stress and anxiety .
Name some of the social effects of bereavement ?
social isolation , loss of social contacts and friendships .
What can be the positives of imprisonment ?
Depression , loss of contact , social isolation , restrictions of physical activity .
What can be the positives of redundancy ?
Poor self concept , anxiety about finances , fewer opportunities for socialising .
What can be the positives of exclusion or dropping out of school ?
loss of contact with friends , social isolation , poor self concept , lack of learning opportunities ?
What can be the the negatives of imprisonment ?
Opportunities to study , improvement in health through diet , lack of alcohol reduced use of nicotine .
What can be negatives of redundancy ?
opportunities to study or train for new job , more time to spend with family or friends .
What can be negatives of redundancy ?
opportunities to study or train for new job , more time to spend with family or friends .
What can be the negatives of exclusion or dropping out of school ?
catalyst for change of behaviour , opportunities for a more suitable study or work situation .
