Understanding Health: Definitions and Components

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Which of the following is a component of health according to the World Health Organization?

  • Regular consumption of sugary drinks
  • Daily consumption of fast food
  • Mental well-being (correct)
  • Ability to lift heavy weights

What does the term 'infirmity' refer to in the definition of health?

  • Expertise in a specific field
  • Lack of interest in social activities
  • Physical or mental weakness (correct)
  • Excessive physical strength

What is the definition of health?

  • Having bulging muscles
  • The absence of disease or infirmity (correct)
  • The ability to run a marathon
  • Eating only organic food

Which lifestyle choice aligns with the concept of health as defined by the World Health Organization?

<p>Regular exercise and balanced diet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the World Health Organization, health is NOT defined as:

<p>A mere absence of illness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of health, 'infirmity' refers to:

<p>Physical or mental weakness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which lifestyle choice does NOT align with the concept of health as defined by the World Health Organization?

<p>Frequent consumption of fast food and sugary drinks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the World Health Organization, health is more than just:

<p>Absence of illness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of health according to the World Health Organization?

<p>Financial well-being (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which lifestyle choice does NOT align with the concept of health as defined by the World Health Organization?

<p>Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'infirmity' refer to in the context of health?

<p>Physical weakness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the World Health Organization, health is more than just:

<p>Absence of disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Health Definition and Components

  • According to the World Health Organization, health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
  • The term 'infirmity' in the context of health refers to the absence of disease or illness.
  • Health is more than just the absence of disease or infirmity, it encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being.

Components of Health

  • Physical well-being is a component of health.
  • Mental well-being is a component of health.
  • Social well-being is a component of health.

Lifestyle Choices and Health

  • A lifestyle choice that aligns with the concept of health as defined by the World Health Organization is one that promotes overall well-being, including physical, mental, and social health.
  • A lifestyle choice that does not align with the concept of health is one that compromises overall well-being, such as engaging in harmful habits or neglecting self-care.

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