Health and Its Dimensions

Definition of Health

• Health is the state of social, emotional, and mental well-being.
• Influenced by health behaviours, physical environment, social connections, cultural backgrounds, digital environments, socioeconomic circumstances, access to healthcare, and genetics.

Five Dimensions of Holistic Health

• Physical health: fitness, nutrition, and the absence of disease.
• Emotional health: managing emotions and resilience.
• Social health: quality and support in relationships.
• Spiritual health: sense of purpose and connection to something greater.
• Mental health: cognitive function and emotional balance.

Interrelation of Health Dimensions

• A change in one dimension affects the others.
• Physical health can improve emotional well-being.
• Lack of social support can worsen mental health.
• A holistic approach enhances overall well-being.

Mental Health

• Everyone has mental health.
• It influences stress management, relationships, and choices.
• Common triggers include stress, trauma, substance abuse, and significant life changes.
• Mental illnesses include anxiety and depression.
• At-risk groups include LGBTQ+ individuals, youth, caregivers, low-income communities, refugees, substance users, trauma victims, the elderly, and those with disabilities.
• Mental health problems can lead to mental illness if not addressed.
• Stigma surrounding mental health leads to reluctance in seeking help, particularly among youth.
• Trends in young Australians include increasing anxiety, depression rates, and self-harm incidents.
• Risk factors for mental health include trauma and substance use.
• Protective factors include supportive relationships and exercise.

Incidence vs. Prevalence

• Incidence: New cases of a health condition. Calculated as new cases divided by population at risk. Focuses on the risk of developing the condition.
• Prevalence: Total cases (new and existing) at a specific time. Calculated as total cases divided by the total population. Focuses on the overall burden of the condition.

Self-Concept

• Broad perception of self (e.g., "I am a good writer").
• Self-esteem is a judgement of self-worth, influenced by family, culture, friends, and personal experiences.
• Higher self-esteem is associated with better well-being.
• Lower self-esteem is linked to increased anxiety and depression.

Mental Disorders & Substance Abuse

These conditions can co-occur; substance use can be a coping mechanism.

Staying Connected

Engaging in social activities, nurturing friendships, and using technology positively.

Stress

• Physiological response to demanding situations.
• Stress management techniques include deep breathing, exercise, mindfulness, and time management.

Positive Relationships

• Positive relationships involve respect, patience, loyalty, and empathy.
• Communication and conflict resolution are key skills.

Relationship Types

• Family, friendships, collective, romantic, and proximity relationships are described.
• Differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships.
• Power dynamics in relationships exist, types of power include legitimate, referent, reward, coercive, and expert.

Identity Types

• Personal identity
• Social identities
• Sexual identities
• Gender identities

Rights and Responsibilities

• Entitlements and duties in relationships are mentioned.

Addressing Domestic Violence

• Domestic violence is controlling or abusive behaviour in intimate relationships.
• Types include physical, sexual, emotional, mental, and financial abuse.
• Statistics show 1 in 4 women and 1 in 14 men experience intimate partner violence.

Cyberbullying

• Online harassment, prevalent amongst youth.
• Negative online experiences affect mental health.
• Cyber bullying bystanders can include support for victims or escalating the abuse.

Digital Footprint

• Data trail individuals leave online through activities, interactions, and transactions.
• Impacts online behavior and privacy.

5 P's for protection

• Profile: Avoid sharing personal information.
• Privacy: Secure passwords.
• Protect: Preserve evidence; don't retaliate; involve an adult.
• Positive: Share only positive information.
• Permission: Obtain consent before sharing.

Types of Bystanders in Cyberbullying

• Positive bystanders help the target of bullying.
• Negative bystanders worsen the situation by sharing harmful content.
• Health literacy involves understanding and using health information, a factor that leads to better health outcomes.

Food Choices Influences

• Cultural, accessibility, economic, and personal preferences are influences on food choices.

Link Between Body Image and Food Choices

• Positive body image encourages healthy eating.
• Negative body image is associated with disordered eating.

Australian Guide to Healthy Eating

• Balanced diet, variety of food groups, and portion control. The focus of this guide.

Games

• Various game concepts (Invasion, Striking/Fielding, Net/Wall) are outlined. Descriptions related to shot selection, positioning, and the movement of players within the game are included.

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