CH 1 Flashcards
the average number of years that an individual of a particular age can expect to live
life expectancy
a way of living, including behaviors that promote or impair good health and longevity
lifestyle
a characteristic that increases an individual’s chances of developing a health problem
risk factor
the ability to function adequately and independently in a constantly changing environment
good health
a sense that one is functioning at their best
optimal wellness
a characteristic involving all aspects of the person
holistic
observable and measurable features of an illness
signs
subjective complaints of illness
symptoms
a condition or illness that tends to develop quickly and resolve within a few days or weeks
acute
condition or disease that often takes months or years to develop, progresses in severity, and can affect a person over a long period
chronic
segments of DNA that code for specific proteins
genes
the scientific study of an organism’s entire set of genes
genomics
the force or drive that leads people to take action
motivation
regarding health education, the belief that one is capable of changing their behavior
self-efficacy
personal reports of individual experiences
anecdotes
