Determinants of Health and Wellness

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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the 'Occupational' dimension of wellness?

  • Finding personal fulfillment through meaningful work and responsibilities. (correct)
  • Actively participating in community service and building strong relationships.
  • Maintaining a balanced budget and saving for retirement.
  • Expressing emotions appropriately and managing stress effectively.

A community implements a program to improve access to fresh produce in low-income neighborhoods. This initiative primarily addresses which determinant of health?

  • Personal behavior and coping skills
  • Genetics
  • Income and social status (correct)
  • Physical environment

Which of the following public health initiatives primarily targets the 'Social and Community Context' determinant of health?

  • Promoting vaccination campaigns to prevent infectious diseases.
  • Ensuring access to clean water and sanitation facilities.
  • Providing job training and placement programs for unemployed individuals. (correct)
  • Implementing smoke-free zones in public areas.

A public health campaign focuses on promoting regular physical activity and healthy eating habits. Which dimension of wellness is MOST directly addressed by this campaign?

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How do socioeconomic factors MOST significantly influence health outcomes, according to the information provided?

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A city implements new regulations to reduce air pollution from industrial sources. This action primarily addresses which determinant of health?

<p>Physical environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario exemplifies the interconnectedness of health determinants?

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Why is it difficult for individuals to directly control many determinants of their health?

<p>Because many determinants are linked to broader environmental and social conditions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A community health program aims to improve literacy rates among adults. This initiative primarily addresses which social determinant of health?

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What is the MOST accurate interpretation of the statement, 'The greater the gap between the rich and poor, the greater the differences in health'?

<p>Income inequality creates disparities in access to resources that support health. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Emotional Wellness

Coping effectively with life and expressing emotions in an appropriate manner.

Environmental Wellness

Occupying pleasant, healthy, and safe environments that support well-being and protecting/preserving nature.

Financial Wellness

Achieving satisfaction with current/future situations, handling finances wisely.

Intellectual Wellness

Recognizing creative abilities, expanding knowledge and skills; Being open-minded

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Occupational Wellness

Personal fulfillment and enrichment from one's work and/or responsibilities.

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Physical Wellness

Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, adequate sleep and avoiding unhealthy habits.

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Social Wellness

Developing a sense of connection, belonging, sustained support system, retaining positive relationships.

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Spiritual Wellness

Keeping a sense of purpose and meaning in life; establishing peace, harmony, and balance.

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Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)

Economic and social conditions that influence the health of people and communities.

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Defining SDOH

Conditions in the environments where people are born, live, learn, work, play, worship, and age that affect a wide range of health, functioning, and quality-of-life.

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Study Notes

  • Determinants of health and public issues are discussed
  • Public health issues are differentiated and ways to prevent them are recognized
  • The importance of government and non-government health programs in healthcare is recognized

The Eight Dimensions of Wellness:

  • Emotional: Coping effectively with life and expressing emotions appropriately
  • Environmental: Occupying pleasant, safe environments; positively impacting surroundings
  • Financial: Achieving satisfaction with finances; handling finances wisely
  • Intellectual: Recognizing creative abilities and expanding knowledge; being open-minded
  • Occupational: Experiencing personal fulfillment and enrichment from work
  • Physical: Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and adequate sleep; avoiding unhealthy habits
  • Social: Developing connections, belonging, and support systems; retaining positive relationships
  • Spiritual: Keeping a sense of purpose; establishing peace, harmony, and balance

Determinants of Health:

  • Social and economic environment
  • Physical environment
  • Personal characteristics and behaviors
  • People's lives determine their health

Factors Influencing Health (Determinants):

  • Income and social status: Higher income and status are linked to better health, with disparities between rich and poor impacting health outcomes
  • Education: Low education levels are linked with poor health, more stress and lower self-confidence
  • Physical environment: Access to safe water, clean air, healthy workplaces, and safe housing contributes to good health; Employment and positive working conditions improve health
  • Social support networks: Support from families, friends, and communities is linked to better health
  • Culture: Customs, traditions, and beliefs affect health
  • Genetics: Inheritance plays a role in lifespan, health, and likelihood of developing certain illnesses
  • Personal behavior and coping skills: Balanced eating, staying active, avoiding smoking/drinking, and managing stress influence health
  • Health services: Access to services that prevent/treat disease influences health
  • Gender: Different types of diseases affect men and women at different ages

Additional Factors Influencing Health:

  • Genetics, behavior, environmental/physical influences, medical care, and social factors are interconnected determinants of health

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH):

  • SDOH encompass economic and social conditions influencing community health
  • SDOH are shaped by socioeconomic position, influenced by socioeconomic and political factors
  • An individual's socioeconomic position is shaped by education, occupation, or income
  • SDOH significantly impact health, well-being, and quality of life.

Examples of SDOH:

  • Safe housing, transportation, and neighborhoods
  • Addressing racism, discrimination, and violence
  • Providing job oppurtunities and income
  • Access to nutritious foods and physical activity opportunities
  • Providing polluted air and water
  • Providing language and literacy skills.

Public health problems:

  • Public health problems are diverse consisting of infectious diseases, chronic diseases, emergencies, injuries,environmental health problems and other health threats.

Top Public Health Concerns (as of 2016):

  • Alcohol-related harms
  • Food safety
  • Healthcare-associated infections
  • Heart disease and stroke
  • HIV
  • Motor vehicle injuries
  • Nutrition, physical activity & obesity
  • Prescription drug overdose
  • Teen pregnancy
  • Tobacco use

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