HHD Flashcards
(16 cards)
What is the definition of a risk factor?
A risk factor is something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or injury.
Examples include smoking, poor diet, and lack of exercise.
What is the definition of a protective factor?
A protective factor is something that enhances the likelihood of a positive health and wellbeing outcome and lessens the likelihood of negative health and wellbeing outcomes from exposure to risk.
Examples include regular exercise, strong social support, and healthy eating.
What are key health focus areas in youth health?
Key health focus areas include:
* Mental health
* Substance use
* Nutrition
* Physical activity
* Sexual health
What type of data should be collected regarding youth health status?
Data on youth health status includes:
* Morbidity
* Mortality
* Self-assessed health
* Incidence
* Prevalence
* Trends
Fill in the blank: Direct costs related to health refer to the __________ costs associated with the prevention and treatment of illness or disease.
[monetary]
What are direct costs for an individual related to health?
Direct costs for an individual include:
* Medication
* Visiting healthcare professionals
* Emergency services
What are indirect costs related to health?
Indirect costs are secondary costs that arise due to the existence of disease or illness but are not associated with the prevention or treatment of disease or illness.
Examples include transport costs and loss of productivity.
What are intangible costs related to health?
Intangible costs are costs that cannot be easily quantified and often involve social and emotional consequences, such as the stress of having a mental illness.
Examples include social exclusion and emotional impact.
What is advocacy in the context of youth health?
Advocacy is the public support and promotion of a particular health issue, cause, or interest.
What does action in youth health advocacy involve?
Action involves the behaviors and processes in relation to a particular health issue, cause, or interest with the aim of creating positive change and achieving health outcomes.
What is the aim of youth advocacy and action?
The aim is to engage youth in advocacy and action for issues that are important to them, focusing on listening to their voices and understanding their concerns.
What should be included in a bibliography for a health report?
A bibliography should include all sources of information used in the report.
True or False: Not everyone responds the same way to the impact of health issues.
True
What should be predicted regarding the impact of a health focus on youth health?
Possible negative impacts on all dimensions of health and wellbeing should be predicted.
What are some personal strategies to improve mental health?
Personal strategies include:
* Engaging in regular exercise
* Having a strong support network
What is the purpose of government and community programs in youth health?
They aim to address health issues and provide support for youth.
