5 Questions
According to the WHO, health is defined as:
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being
How did the WHO expand the definition of health in the mid-1980s?
To emphasize recognition of the social implications of health
How is community defined in recent nursing literature?
A collection of people who interact with one another and share common interests or characteristics
What is emphasized in the definition of health as per the WHO?
Social and personal resources, and physical capacities
According to Shuster (2012), what does community consist of?
Systems of formal organizations reflecting society's institutions, informal groups, and aggregates
Study Notes
Definition of Health
- The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Expansion of Health Definition
- In the mid-1980s, the WHO expanded the definition of health to include the ability to lead a socially and economically productive life.
Community Definition
- In recent nursing literature, community is defined as a group of people who share a common geographic location, culture, or interest.
Emphasis in Health Definition
- The WHO's definition of health emphasizes physical, mental, and social well-being.
Composition of Community
- According to Shuster (2012), a community consists of individuals who share a sense of belonging, mutual interest, and a shared identity.
Test your knowledge of the definitions of health and community health, including the WHO's conceptualization of health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. Explore how the definition of health has evolved over time to emphasize the social implications of health.
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