Lifestyle factors Flashcards
(16 cards)
State the effects of a healthy diet
Stronger immune system
Help maintain healthy weight
Improves self image and esteem
Provides energy for exercise and socialising
Reduced risk of health problems
State the effects of unhealthy diet
Weaker immune system
Becoming overweight or underweight
Decrease self image and esteem
Lack of energy so difficult to socialise
Can lead to health problems
State the effects of eating more than we need
Obesity
Heart disease
High blood pressure
Stroke
Tooth decay
Cancer
State the effects of eating less than we need
Anaemia
Anorexia
Heart failure
Tiredness
Depression
State the effects of regular exercise
Stronger muscle
Helps maintain a healthy weight
Increased self-image and esteem
Reduced risk of health problems
Can socialise as part of a team or club
Improves stamina
State the effects of a lack of exercise
Increased risk of joint problems
May become overweight or obese
Reduces self-image and esteem
Increased risk of CVD and diabetes
Increased risk of anxiety and depression
State the effects of smoking
Can cause lung cancer and respiratory problems
Yellow skin
Stained teeth
Wrinkles
Negative self-image
Increased anxiety
Bad breath and risks to those around them can negatively affect relationships
State the effects of alcohol misuse
Damages the liver
Can cause weight gain
Increased risk of CVD and diabetes
Can cause low mood and anxiety
Can lead to poor judgement and relationship breakdown
State the effects of substance misuse
Can damage the liver and kidneys
Leads to mood swings and increased anxiety
Can reduce fertility
Lead to poor judgement and risky behaviour
Can lead to breakdown in relationships
State the effects of supportive relationships
Feeling secure, content and happy
Increased self-image and esteem
Increased confidence when forming new relationships
State the effects of unsupportive relationships
Feeling unloved and unahppy
Decreased self-image and esteem
Difficulty forming new relationships
Loneliness and social isolation
State the effects of social inclusion
Feeling happiness and a sense of belonging
Increased self-image and esteem
Improved self confidence
Opportunities to form new relationships
State the effects of social exclusion
Feeling upset and unwanted
Decreased self-image and esteem
Loss of confidence making it difficult to socialise and form new relationships
Loneliness and social isolation
State the effects of bullying
Physical injuries if it involves physical abuse
People may self harm as way of coping
Feeling worthless can lead to low self esteem
Anxiety due to fear of bullies
Decreased self confidence may lead to social isolation
State the effects of discrimination
Physical injuries if the discrimination involves physical abuse
Low self esteem due to feeling unwanted or like they don’t fit in
Feelings of fear and anxiety when around other people
Restricted opportunities
Fear and anxiety can stop people form going out and lead to social isolation