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Spiritual health is defined by __________.
none of the above
How can you increase your awareness of hereditary diseases?
Which of these choices is NOT a cultural influence on our wellness?
Sarah has optimal health, but she lives in a metro area that has high levels of air pollution. Which dimension of health will be lower for Sarah?
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Premature death can occur if the dimensions of health are underdeveloped.
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The media's role is primarily entertainment, so it has little effect on our wellness.
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Which of the following does NOT contribute to wellness?
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Falls are the leading cause of injury to seniors.
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How has the development of technology positively affected our wellness?
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A(n) _________ person is free from mental illness, has a desire to try new things, and high self-esteem.
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Which of the following is a controllable risk factor of infectious diseases?
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A risk factor can be defined as anything that increases the likelihood of injury or disease.
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Making good lifestyle choices will prevent all diseases.
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According to the direct instruction, which of the following is a leading cause of death among young people in the United States?
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Close to 1 million premature deaths are caused by air pollution each year around the world.
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Deaths due to lifestyle diseases have declined since the early 1900s.
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An advocate speaks out in favor of something they believe in.
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Which of the following is NOT a reason why communicable diseases, such as pneumonia, kill fewer people today than they did in the past?
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Amanda (age 39) lives a very hectic life that allows for little sleep. Which of the following factors contributes to her risk?
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If someone is predisposed to a disease, they are more likely to contract the disease due to __________.
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Wellness is a goal for which we all strive by improving each of the six dimensions of health.
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Overall health is related to a balance of the six dimensions of health.
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Which of the following is NOT an effective way of taking charge of your health and wellness?
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An individual is a fifty-year-old smoker that lives in a highly polluted city, gets no exercise, eats fast food every day, and has a family history of lung cancer. Which of the following is an uncontrollable risk factor?
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Someone who promotes health and chooses safe, healthy, and legal behaviors is demonstrating which of the following skills?
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Heart disease and cancer were two of the most common causes of death in 2006.
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Two components of your environment that can affect your wellness are peer influence and role models.
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Lifestyle diseases are caused by a combination of __________.
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Study Notes
Health Dimensions and Definitions
- Spiritual health is a critical component, but specific definitions may vary.
- Premature death risk increases with underdeveloped health dimensions, emphasizing holistic health importance.
- Environmental health can be affected by external factors such as air pollution, impacting overall wellness.
Risk Factors and Health Influences
- Hereditary diseases can be better understood through increased awareness and proactive research.
- Controllable risk factors for infectious diseases include behaviors such as drug abuse.
- Heredity is a significant, uncontrollable risk factor for many diseases, highlighting the importance of family medical history.
Wellness and Lifestyle Choices
- Wellness is a multifaceted goal involving improvements across the six health dimensions: physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and environmental.
- Lifestyle choices dramatically influence health, but they cannot prevent all diseases; some factors remain beyond individual control.
- Media can greatly affect wellness perceptions and choices, contrary to the belief that its role is largely entertainment.
Communicable vs. Non-Communicable Diseases
- The decline in deaths from communicable diseases, such as pneumonia, is due to improved healthcare and preventive measures, not slower population growth.
- Lifestyle diseases, influenced by heredity, unhealthy behaviors, and environment, remain a top cause of death and have not declined since the 1900s.
Responsible Health Practices
- Advocating for health involves standing firmly for beliefs that promote well-being.
- Responsible behaviors in health include choosing safe and legal actions that support overall wellness.
- Effective health management includes taking charge of personal health rather than solely following media advice.
Miscellaneous Facts
- Falls are recognized as the leading cause of injury among seniors.
- Technology advances have positively impacted health by enhancing treatment availability and efficacy.
- Heart disease and cancer were prevalent causes of death in the early 2000s, showing ongoing public health challenges.
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Test your knowledge on personal health and wellness concepts with this engaging quiz. From understanding spiritual health to recognizing cultural influences on wellness, this quiz covers essential topics that contribute to overall well-being. Challenge yourself and enhance your awareness of health-related issues.
