Chapter 1 Flashcards
(17 cards)
Define Health and Wellbeing?
Health refers to a person’s physical, mental, and social well-being, focusing on the body’s proper functioning and the absence of illness. Wellbeing, is a broader concept that encompasses health along with emotional, social, and life satisfaction aspects.
What are some overall factors that influence health and wellbeing?
Regular exercise, Healthy self-esteem, A sense of belonging and a nutritious diet.
What is physical health and wellbeing?
Physical health and wellbeing refers to the state of the body functioning optimally, free from illness or injury, and having the strength and energy to perform daily activities.
Examples of optimal physical health and wellbeing?
Healthy body weight, optimal blood pressure, appropriate levels of fitness.
What is social health and wellbeing?
Social health and wellbeing refers to the quality of a person’s relationships and their ability to interact positively with others.
Examples of optimal social health and wellbeing?
Productive relationships with other people, supportive network of friends and effective communication with others.
What is mental health and wellbeing?
Mental health and wellbeing is the current state of wellbeing relating to the mind or brain and it relates to the ability to think.
Examples of optimal mental health and wellbeing?
Low levels of stress and anxiety, optimal self-esteem and high levels of confidence, have positive thought patterns.
What is emotional health and wellbeing?
Emotional health and wellbeing refers
Examples of optimal emotional health and wellbeing?
Recognize and understand emotional actions and reactions, Have a high level of resilience and experience appropriate emotions in given scenarios.
What is spiritual health and wellbeing?
Spiritual health and wellbeing refers to a sense of purpose, meaning, and connection in life.
Examples of optimal spiritual health and wellbeing?
Peace and hope, acting according to values and beliefs and positive meaning, place and purpose in life.
What are the prerequisites for health?
Peace, shelter, equity and income.
What is youth perspectives on health and wellbeing?
Youth perspectives on health and wellbeing focus on a holistic approach, including physical, mental, social, and emotional aspects.
What is Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives on health and wellbeing?
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives on health and wellbeing take a holistic approach, emphasizing the connection between physical, mental, social, emotional, spiritual, and cultural wellbeing.
The importance to culture?
Culture is essential to health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as it provides a strong sense of identity, belonging, and connection to family, community, and Country.
The connection to country?
Connection to Country is fundamental to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as it represents a deep spiritual, physical, and cultural relationship with the land, sea, and waterways.
