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What is the primary focus of physical health?
What is the primary focus of physical health?
Which of the following is a risk factor for poor health?
Which of the following is a risk factor for poor health?
What is the primary goal of mental health interventions?
What is the primary goal of mental health interventions?
What is an example of a social determinant of health?
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?
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?
What is a health promotion strategy that involves making changes to the environment?
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Study Notes
Physical Health
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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
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Risk Factors for Poor Health:
- Unhealthy diet
- Physical inactivity
- Tobacco use
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Stress
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Chronic Diseases:
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Cancer
- Mental health disorders (e.g. depression, anxiety)
Mental Health and Wellbeing
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Mental Health Continuum:
- Mental health
- Mental health problems (e.g. anxiety, depression)
- Mental illness (e.g. psychosis, bipolar disorder)
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Positive Mental Health:
- Self-acceptance
- Self-esteem
- Resilience
- Positive relationships
- Purpose and meaning
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Mental Health Interventions:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Medications (e.g. antidepressants)
- Lifestyle changes (e.g. exercise, mindfulness)
Determinants of Health
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Social Determinants:
- Socioeconomic status
- Education
- Occupation
- Environmental factors (e.g. housing, transportation)
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Lifestyle Factors:
- Diet and nutrition
- Physical activity
- Sleep
- Stress management
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Healthcare System:
- Access to healthcare
- Healthcare quality
- Healthcare policy
Health Promotion and Prevention
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Health Promotion Strategies:
- Health education
- Environmental changes (e.g. bike lanes, healthy food options)
- Policy changes (e.g. tobacco bans, sugar taxes)
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Disease Prevention:
- Screening and early detection
- Vaccinations
- Infectious disease control
- Health risk assessments
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Assess your understanding of the basics of health education, including dimensions of health, risk factors, chronic diseases, mental health, and determinants of health. Test your knowledge of health promotion strategies and disease prevention methods.
