Health Education Fundamentals

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What is the primary focus of physical health?

  • Relationships and interactions with others
  • Bodily functions and structure (correct)
  • Emotional and psychological well-being
  • Sense of purpose and meaning

Which of the following is a risk factor for poor health?

  • Healthy diet
  • Physical inactivity (correct)
  • Stress management
  • Regular exercise

What is the primary goal of mental health interventions?

  • To reduce stress
  • To promote positive mental health (correct)
  • To diagnose mental illness
  • To treat mental health problems

What is an example of a social determinant of health?

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What is a type of healthcare system factor that can influence health outcomes?

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What is a health promotion strategy that involves making changes to the environment?

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Physical Health

  • Dimensions of Health:
    • Physical health: bodily functions and structure
    • Mental health: emotional and psychological well-being
    • Social health: relationships and interactions with others
    • Spiritual health: sense of purpose and meaning
  • Risk Factors for Poor Health:
    • Unhealthy diet
    • Physical inactivity
    • Tobacco use
    • Excessive alcohol consumption
    • Stress
  • Chronic Diseases:
    • Heart disease
    • Diabetes
    • Obesity
    • Cancer
    • Mental health disorders (e.g. depression, anxiety)

Mental Health and Wellbeing

  • Mental Health Continuum:
    • Mental health
    • Mental health problems (e.g. anxiety, depression)
    • Mental illness (e.g. psychosis, bipolar disorder)
  • Positive Mental Health:
    • Self-acceptance
    • Self-esteem
    • Resilience
    • Positive relationships
    • Purpose and meaning
  • Mental Health Interventions:
    • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
    • Medications (e.g. antidepressants)
    • Lifestyle changes (e.g. exercise, mindfulness)

Determinants of Health

  • Social Determinants:
    • Socioeconomic status
    • Education
    • Occupation
    • Environmental factors (e.g. housing, transportation)
  • Lifestyle Factors:
    • Diet and nutrition
    • Physical activity
    • Sleep
    • Stress management
  • Healthcare System:
    • Access to healthcare
    • Healthcare quality
    • Healthcare policy

Health Promotion and Prevention

  • Health Promotion Strategies:
    • Health education
    • Environmental changes (e.g. bike lanes, healthy food options)
    • Policy changes (e.g. tobacco bans, sugar taxes)
  • Disease Prevention:
    • Screening and early detection
    • Vaccinations
    • Infectious disease control
    • Health risk assessments

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