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According to the WHO definition, what does health encompass?
According to the WHO definition, what does health encompass?
- Physical and mental well-being only
- Physical well-being only
- Physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being
- Physical, mental, and social well-being (correct)
How is illness defined?
How is illness defined?
- A state of complete well-being
- A feeling or experience of unhealth (correct)
- A condition associated with disease
- A synonym for disease
What is the distinction between disease and illness?
What is the distinction between disease and illness?
- Illness refers to impairment of body's functioning, while disease refers to emotional state
- Disease refers to impaired body functioning, while illness is a feeling or experience of unhealth (correct)
- Disease refers to personal experience, while illness refers to physical symptoms
- Illness is synonymous with disease, while disease is a feeling or experience of unhealth
What characterizes chronic illness?
What characterizes chronic illness?
How are diseases broadly defined?
How are diseases broadly defined?
What does the Illness-Wellness Continuum propose about an individual's movement towards greater health and wellbeing?
What does the Illness-Wellness Continuum propose about an individual's movement towards greater health and wellbeing?
According to the concept of the Illness-Wellness Continuum, how can a person's outlook affect wellness?
According to the concept of the Illness-Wellness Continuum, how can a person's outlook affect wellness?
Which risk factor category are behavioral risk factors associated with?
Which risk factor category are behavioral risk factors associated with?
What kind of risk factors are related to an individual's body or biology?
What kind of risk factors are related to an individual's body or biology?
What does the Illness-Wellness Continuum promote in terms of treatment and education?
What does the Illness-Wellness Continuum promote in terms of treatment and education?
Flashcards
Health components
Health components
Physical, mental, and social well-being
Illness
Illness
Feeling or experiencing unhealth
Disease vs. Illness
Disease vs. Illness
Disease: Impaired body function; Illness: Feeling unwell.
Chronic Illness
Chronic Illness
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Disease definition
Disease definition
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Illness-Wellness Continuum stages
Illness-Wellness Continuum stages
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Positive outlook on health
Positive outlook on health
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Physiological risk factors
Physiological risk factors
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Behavioral risk factors
Behavioral risk factors
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Preventive treatment
Preventive treatment
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Study Notes
Health and Illness
- Health encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being, according to the WHO definition.
- Illness is defined as a subjective experience of an individual's perception of their health.
Disease vs. Illness
- Disease refers to a specific pathological condition, while illness is the overall experience of being unwell.
Chronic Illness
- Chronic illness is characterized by prolonged duration, frequent recurrence, or persistent effects.
Disease Definition
- Diseases are broadly defined as any abnormal condition that affects an organism or part of an organism.
Illness-Wellness Continuum
- The Illness-Wellness Continuum proposes that an individual can move towards greater health and wellbeing through a dynamic and continuous process.
- According to the concept, a person's outlook can positively or negatively affect their wellness.
Risk Factors
- Behavioral risk factors, such as lifestyle choices, are associated with the psychosocial category.
- Biological risk factors, such as genetic predispositions, are related to an individual's body or biology.
Treatment and Education
- The Illness-Wellness Continuum promotes a holistic approach to treatment and education, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, and wellness strategies.
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Test your understanding of the World Health Organization's definition of health and the concept of illness as a personal state, including physical, emotional, and social aspects. Explore the distinction between health and illness as per the WHO definition.
