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What is the primary focus of physical health?
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?
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?
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?
What is an example of a social determinant of health?
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?
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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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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