Dimensions of Health: Physical & Emotional Aspects

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a dimension of health?

  • Social health
  • Physical health
  • Spiritual health
  • Mental health (correct)

Improving one dimension of health can negatively affect other dimensions.

False (B)

What can being part of a team give to an individual, contributing to their spiritual health?

a sense of meaning or purpose

Getting regular physical activity can help manage ______ and elevate a person's mood.

<p>stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the dimension of health with its related example:

<p>Physical health = Being physically active by joining a sports team Social health = Interacting with other people on a sports team Emotional health = Managing stress and elevating a person's mood Spiritual health = Having a sense of meaning or purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a dimension of health?

<p>Economic Health (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Being healthy means that you have no illnesses or injuries.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does spiritual health involve?

<p>Finding meaning and purpose in life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Good social health involves the ability to connect with others and contribute to the wider ______.

<p>community</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the dimension of health with its focus:

<p>Physical Health = How the body feels and works Mental/Emotional Health = How people think, feel, and act Social Health = How people build relationships Spiritual Health = Finding meaning and purpose in life</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is an example of a healthy behavior for physical health?

<p>Getting enough sleep (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The different dimensions of health are completely separate and do not affect each other.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name two things you can do to improve your mental/emotional health?

<p>Express your feelings, manage stress, make healthy decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Dimensions of Health

Different aspects of health including physical, emotional, social, and spiritual.

Physical Health

Health related to the body's ability to perform daily activities and be active.

Social Health

The ability to form meaningful relationships and connect with others.

Emotional Health

Expressing feelings positively and managing stress effectively.

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Spiritual Health

A sense of purpose and meaning in life, often connected to beliefs and values.

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Mental/Emotional Health

How people think, feel, and cope with emotions and stress.

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Healthy Behaviors

Activities that support overall mental, emotional, and physical health.

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Interrelated Dimensions of Health

Different health dimensions influence and support each other.

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Coping with Stress

Managing stress in healthy ways to handle life’s challenges.

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Support Networks

Connections with friends and family that provide emotional backing.

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Study Notes

Dimensions of Health

  • Healthy behavior involves activities promoting mental and emotional well-being, not just the absence of illness.
  • Health encompasses various dimensions, not just physical function.

Physical Health

  • Involves how the body feels and works.
  • Good physical health includes feeling well, strong, and having all body parts function normally.
  • Key behaviors for good physical health:
    • Daily physical activity
    • Nutritious diet
    • Adequate sleep
    • Safety precautions (e.g., seat belts, sunscreen)
    • Oral hygiene (brushing, flossing)
    • Avoiding tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs
    • Regular medical checkups

Mental/Emotional Health

  • Focuses on how people think, feel, and act in coping with life.
  • Good emotional health involves managing emotions in healthy ways, including stress and challenges.
  • Key behaviors for good mental/emotional health:
    • Understanding healthy relationships
    • Effective communication
    • Healthy expression of feelings
    • Seeking support for difficult feelings
    • Healthy stress management
    • Making healthy decisions

Social Health

  • Relates to building and maintaining relationships with others.
  • Good social health includes connecting with others, effective communication, and contributing to the community.
  • Key behaviors for good social health:
    • Meeting new people
    • Kindness towards family and friends
    • Building a support network
    • Joining extracurricular activities
    • Showing concern and respect for others
    • Volunteering

Spiritual Health

  • Involves finding meaning and purpose in life.
  • Good spiritual health includes a sense of something larger than oneself, value alignment, and beliefs.
  • Key behaviors for good spiritual health:
    • Reflecting on life's meaning and purpose
    • Following personal or religious values
    • Living a value-aligned life

Interrelation of Dimensions

  • Dimensions of health are interconnected.
  • Improving one dimension can positively affect others. (e.g., sports participation improves physical and social health)
  • Conversely, a weakness in one dimension negatively affects the others.
  • Daily choices supporting body strength, emotional expression, stress management, relationships, and values maintain and improve overall well-being.

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