12 Questions
What are the six dimensions of wellbeing according to the text?
Physical, Mental, Social, Environmental, Occupational, Subjective
Which dimension of wellbeing is about satisfaction derived from one's work or occupation?
Occupational
What is the key difference between Subjective and Objective Wellbeing?
Subjective Wellbeing relates to personal assessment of life, while Objective Wellbeing includes measurable indicators like income.
What is one limitation of the WHO's 1946 definition of health?
Lacks consideration for mental wellbeing
In the context of wellbeing definitions, what does 'Environmental' dimension primarily focus on?
Impact of external surroundings on health and satisfaction
Which aspect does the 'Mental/Emotional' dimension of wellbeing encompass?
Happiness and life satisfaction
Who was the Greek physician known for proposing the Humoral theory?
Hippocrates
During which historical period was disease often attributed to bad smells, astrology, and punishment for sin?
Middle Ages
Who campaigned to make psychology an independent discipline during the Enlightenment Resolution period?
Wilhelm Wundt
Which model of health defines health as the absence of disease and views the body as passive?
Biomedical Model
Which historical period paved the way for significant change and new ideas, with Rene Descartes proposing mind-body communication?
Renaissance
From which model of health does the critique suggest it struggles to account for overall health status alone?
Biomedical Model
Explore the evolution of definitions of health and wellbeing, starting from WHO's 1946 definition to newer models like the Meikirch Model and the Hepper definition. Understand the limitations of each definition and how they address different dimensions of wellbeing.
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