Unit 1 - Understanding Health and Wellbeing Flashcards
Definition of health and wellbeing
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
What are the five dimensions of health and wellbeing?
Physical
Mental
Emotional
Social
Spiritual
What is physical health and wellbeing?
Relates to the functioning of the body and it’s systems to perform daily tasks
What is mental health and wellbeing?
The current state of wellbeing relating to the mind or brain, and connects with the ability to think and process information.
What is emotional health and wellbeing?
Ability to express feelings in a positive way and make emotional actions and reactions.
What is social health and wellbeing?
Ability to form meaningful and satisfying relationships with others, and manage or adapt appropriately to different social situations.
What is spiritual health and wellbeing?
Relates to ideas, beliefs, values and ethics that arise in the minds and conscience of human beings.
What’s the dynamic nature of health and wellbeing?
The health and wellbeing experienced by an individual is constantly changing making it dynamic
What’s the subjective nature of health and wellbeing?
Health and wellbeing can be viewed in many different ways, making it subjective
What does optimal mean?
Means the positive or healthy version of an individual experiencing each of the dimensions of health
What are some factors that influence overall health and wellbeing?
What are pre-requisites for health?
Basic conditions and resources needed to improve health outcomes.
Definition of peace
The absence of conflict reduces the risk of death, injury, and adverse effects related to war, allowing individuals to pursue daily activities and achieve optimal health outcomes.
Definition of shelter
A structure providing protection from elements; essential for privacy, security, and reducing the spread of disease.
Definition of education
Empowers individuals, improving literacy, employability, and understanding for health promotion messages.
Definition of food
Food security ensures individuals can consume nutrients essential for physical functioning and reduces undernutrition.
Definition of income
Increases access to resources like healthcare, education, and recreation for individuals and communities.
Definition of social justice
Ensures equal access to opportunities and resources regardless of personal traits like sex, ethnicity, or income.
Definition of equity
Focuses on fairness by providing disadvantaged groups with extra support to achieve minimum standards of living.
Definition of stable ecosystem
Ensures balance between living and non-living components, providing essentials like clean air, water, and food
Definition of sustainable resources
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising future generations’ ability to access these resources.
