hhd revision Flashcards
9 prerequisites of health (15 cards)
Define social justice
Social justice, simply put, means everyone should have equal rights, opportunities, and treatment, regardless of their background.
What are the 9 prerequisites of health?
Peace
Education
Shelter
Stable Ecosystem
Food
Equity
Sustainable Resources
Social Justice
Income
Provide two examples of Food security
a community garden allowing residents to grow their own food, and a school breakfast club providing morning meals to students from low-income families
Name three population groups in Australia who might not have access to
quality shelter?
Homeless people
People with disabilities
Aboriginal and Torres straight Islander people
What are 3 impacts of Food Insecurity on Children?
impaired physical and cognitive development, reduced academic performance, and increased risk of behavioral and mental health issues
Define Sustainability
Sustainability simply means using resources in a way that ensures they will be available for future generations
What are 3 sources of energy production which are not sustainable?
Oil, Coal, Natural gas
Which population groups may not experience equal rights?
Women, People with Disabilities, LGBTQI+
Explain the difference between Equity and Equality.
Equality means treating everyone the same, while equity means giving each person what they need to succeed, acknowledging that people have different starting points and circumstances
Define sustainable resources
Sustainable resources are natural resources used in a way that ensures they are available for future generations.
What is peace?
the absence of conflict
Food security components?
Availability, Accessibility, Adequacy, Acceptability, and Agency
How can a lack of education impact a persons emotional and physical health?
A lack of education can negatively impact both emotional and physical health by limiting access to resources, reducing health literacy, and increasing exposure to stress and hardship
Define mental health
A mental state where you cope with the stresses of life.