Determinants of Health

Genetic factors and environmental factors

It cannot be altered after conception

Chromosomal anomalies

<p>It offers hope for prevention and treatment of diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It plays a particularly important role</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The absence from the genetic constitution of genes that correspond to serious defects and derangements, and the absence of any aberration in respect of the total amount of chromosome material in the karyotype.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Positive health implies that a person should be able to express as completely as possible the potentialities of his genetic heritage, by living in a healthy relationship with the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cultural and behavioral patterns, lifelong personal habits (e.g., smoking, alcoholism), and social values, attitudes, and activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A considerable body of evidence has accumulated indicating an association between health and the lifestyle of individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Health is both a consequence of an individual's lifestyle and a factor in determining it.</p> Signup and view all the answers