Define health and illness. Write down the dimensions of health. Describe different concepts related to health.
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The question is asking for definitions and explanations related to health, including the dimensions of health and various health concepts.
Answer
Health is complete well-being (physical, mental, and social). Illness is the subjective experience of symptoms. Dimensions: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social.
Health is defined by the WHO as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Illness refers to a person's subjective experience of their symptoms. Dimensions of health include physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects.
Answer for screen readers
Health is defined by the WHO as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Illness refers to a person's subjective experience of their symptoms. Dimensions of health include physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects.
More Information
The definition of health by WHO emphasizes a holistic view, encompassing more than just physical health. Different approaches to health consider it a resource for life, involving interaction between various dimensions.
Tips
A common mistake is thinking health only refers to physical condition, ignoring mental and social aspects.
Sources
- Dimensions of health - HSC PDHPE - pdhpe.net
- Health, Disease, and Illness as Conceptual Tools - PMC - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Concepts and definitions of health and health-related values - PMC - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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