UNIT 1 The Context of Teaching Health Education - UNIT 1.3 Health Education Flashcards
Old English Times: ________ = to heal
“Haelen”
Middle English: = to be sound in body, mind, and
spirit
“Helthe”
-“prolong life and prevent
disease”
Classic Greek (medicine)
Hippocratic philosophy:
“Healthy mind in a healthy Body”
is a punishment by God
Disease
They pray in a special healing temple called
Asclepeia
Goddess of Greek Medicine
Asclepius
defined and emphasized on environmental
causes, natural treatments of disease, importance of
psychological factors, nutrition (diet) , and lifestyle
Hippocrates
- Science of Life
- Holistic Approach to Healthcare
Ancient India (medicine):
“Ayurveda”
- “It is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease or
infirmity.” - It is a dynamic state.
Health
(After World War II, WHO 1948)
Limitations of 1948 WHO’s definition of health:
- Health is dynamic, not a state
- The dimensions are inadequate
- The definition is subjective
- Measurement is difficult
- The definition is idealistic rather than realistic
- Health is not an end but as means
- The definition lacks community orientation
Anatomical integrity and physiological functioning of the body.
Dimensions of Health
Physical health
- Presence of all body parts
Dimensions of Health
Physical health
all of them are in their natural place and
position
Dimensions of Health
Physical health
- absence of pathology
Dimensions of Health
Physical health
- proper physiological function
Dimensions of Health
Physical health
- working harmoniously
Dimensions of Health
Physical health
Ability to learn and think clearly.
Dimensions of Health
Mental health
able to handle day-to-day events and
obstacles
Dimensions of Health
Mental health
- work towards important goals
Dimensions of Health
Mental health
- function effectively in society
Dimensions of Health
Mental health
Ability to make and maintain acceptable
interactions with other people
Dimensions of Health
Social health
- build relationship with others
Dimensions of Health
Social health
- Empathy
Dimensions of Health
Social health