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Which of the following best illustrates the distinction between 'disease' and 'illness'?
Which of the following best illustrates the distinction between 'disease' and 'illness'?
- Disease is a subjective experience of unwellness, while illness is a diagnosable medical condition.
- Disease only refers to physical ailments, while illness encompasses both physical and mental health conditions.
- Disease is an objective, measurable pathological condition, while illness is a person's subjective experience of being unwell. (correct)
- Disease is a universal experience, while illness varies based on geographical factors.
An individual experiencing difficulty in forming meaningful relationships and struggling with communication is most likely facing challenges in which dimension of health and wellbeing (HWB)?
An individual experiencing difficulty in forming meaningful relationships and struggling with communication is most likely facing challenges in which dimension of health and wellbeing (HWB)?
- Social HWB (correct)
- Emotional HWB
- Physical HWB
- Mental HWB
A student consistently demonstrates high self-esteem, manages stress effectively, and maintains positive thought patterns. Which dimension of health and wellbeing (HWB) is this student demonstrating?
A student consistently demonstrates high self-esteem, manages stress effectively, and maintains positive thought patterns. Which dimension of health and wellbeing (HWB) is this student demonstrating?
- Social HWB
- Physical HWB
- Mental HWB (correct)
- Emotional HWB
A person who consistently acts according to their deeply held beliefs and values, and feels a strong sense of connection to the world, is demonstrating characteristics of which dimension of health and wellbeing (HWB)?
A person who consistently acts according to their deeply held beliefs and values, and feels a strong sense of connection to the world, is demonstrating characteristics of which dimension of health and wellbeing (HWB)?
How does optimal physical health and wellbeing primarily serve as an individual resource?
How does optimal physical health and wellbeing primarily serve as an individual resource?
How does a population with optimal health act as a national resource?
How does a population with optimal health act as a national resource?
Which scenario demonstrates a person effectively managing their emotional health and wellbeing?
Which scenario demonstrates a person effectively managing their emotional health and wellbeing?
Which of the following describes the link between physical and social health and wellbeing?
Which of the following describes the link between physical and social health and wellbeing?
Which of the following is the most direct way optimal health and wellbeing (HWB) contributes to global economic development?
Which of the following is the most direct way optimal health and wellbeing (HWB) contributes to global economic development?
A country implements a new health initiative that significantly reduces the incidence of a specific infectious disease. What is the most likely direct outcome of this initiative on population health indicators?
A country implements a new health initiative that significantly reduces the incidence of a specific infectious disease. What is the most likely direct outcome of this initiative on population health indicators?
What is the key difference between 'life expectancy' and 'health-adjusted life expectancy' (HALE)?
What is the key difference between 'life expectancy' and 'health-adjusted life expectancy' (HALE)?
A public health campaign dramatically reduces risky behaviors associated with HIV transmission. Which of the following health indicators would be MOST immediately affected?
A public health campaign dramatically reduces risky behaviors associated with HIV transmission. Which of the following health indicators would be MOST immediately affected?
Which of the following scenarios would MOST likely result in a higher under-5 mortality rate?
Which of the following scenarios would MOST likely result in a higher under-5 mortality rate?
If a country's health system significantly improves, leading to earlier diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases, what is the MOST likely impact on the 'burden of disease'?
If a country's health system significantly improves, leading to earlier diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases, what is the MOST likely impact on the 'burden of disease'?
A study finds that a particular community has a high prevalence of diabetes but a low incidence. Which of the following inferences is MOST accurate?
A study finds that a particular community has a high prevalence of diabetes but a low incidence. Which of the following inferences is MOST accurate?
Which of the following best explains the relationship between optimal health & wellbeing (HWB) and national productivity?
Which of the following best explains the relationship between optimal health & wellbeing (HWB) and national productivity?
Flashcards
Disease
Disease
A medical condition with specific causes and identifiable symptoms.
Illness
Illness
A subjective, personal experience of a disease or injury.
Physical HWB
Physical HWB
Relates to the function of the body and its systems and the physical capacity to perform tasks.
Social HWB
Social HWB
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Emotional HWB
Emotional HWB
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Mental HWB
Mental HWB
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Spiritual HWB
Spiritual HWB
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Optimal HWB as a Resource
Optimal HWB as a Resource
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Optimal HWB as a global resource
Optimal HWB as a global resource
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Importance of HWB for individuals
Importance of HWB for individuals
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Importance of HWB nationally
Importance of HWB nationally
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Importance of HWB globally
Importance of HWB globally
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Life expectancy
Life expectancy
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Health Adjusted Life Expectancy (HALE)
Health Adjusted Life Expectancy (HALE)
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Morbidity
Morbidity
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Mortality
Mortality
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Study Notes
- Disease is a medical condition caused by specific factors, like infection or genetics, with identifiable symptoms. Examples include diabetes and cancer.
- Illness is a subjective, personal experience of a disease or injury.
Physical Health and Wellbeing (HWB)
- Relates to the body's function and systems. This includes physical capacity for daily activities.
- Characteristics of physical HWB:
- Appropriate physical fitness
- Healthy body weight
- Absence of disease or illness
Social HWB
- Relates to the quality of interactions and relationships with other people. This includes the capacity to adapt to social situations.
- Characteristics of social HWB:
- Productive relationships and effective communication
- Supportive and well-functioning family
- Ability to manage and adapt to different social situations
Emotional HWB
- Relates to the ability to appropriately express feelings.
- Characteristics of emotional HWB:
- Recognition and understanding of emotional reactions
- Effective expression and management of emotions
Mental HWB
- Current state of wellbeing related to the mind and the ability to process information.
- Characteristics of mental HWB:
- Low levels of stress and anxiety
- Optimal self-esteem
- Positive thought patterns
Spiritual HWB
- Includes ideas, beliefs, values, and ethics.
- Characteristics of spiritual HWB:
- Sense of belonging and connection to the world
- Developed personal values and beliefs which influence behaviours
Optimal HWB as an Individual Resource
- Optimal physical HWB means freedom from illness and sufficient energy for daily tasks.
- Enables individuals to work, earn income, interact with others, and enjoy life.
Optimal HWB as a National Resource
- A healthy population can work, earn wages, and pay taxes.
- Reduces the need for sickness benefits, which allows for more investment in education and housing.
Optimal HWB as a Global Resource
- Reduces the prevalence of diseases like HIV/AIDS.
- Allows more people to participate in communities, promoting economic and social sustainability.
Importance of HWB for Individuals
- Earn an income
- Increased productivity
- Sleep well
Importance of HWB Nationally
- Increased productivity
- Longer, healthier lives
- Health system savings
Importance of HWB Globally
- Promotes sustainability
- Promotes social development
- Promotes economic development
Health Indicators
- Life expectancy: How long a person can expect to live if current death rates remain constant.
- Health-adjusted life expectancy (HALE): The average time a person can expect to live in full health, without the impact of disease or injury.
- Morbidity: Ill health in an individual or a population and can be expressed through incidence.
- Mortality: Death rates at a population level.
- Incidence: The rate of new cases of a condition within a population during a certain time.
- Prevalence: The total number of cases of a condition present in a population at a given time.
- Burden of disease: Measures the gap between current health and an ideal situation where everyone lives a long life free of disease and disability.
- Maternal Mortality rate: Deaths of pregnant women during pregnancy, birth, or within six weeks after birth, per 100,000 live births.
- Under 5 Mortality rate: Deaths of children under five years old per 1000 live births.
- Infant mortality rate: Deaths of infants between birth and their first birthday per 1000 live births.
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