Health chapter 1

Health

To be sound in body, mind, and spirit. Also a state of of complete physical, mental, and social well being.

Wellness

Is purposeful and enjoyable living.
For example: a decision you make to move toward optimal health.

What are the 6 different dimensions of health

Physical, social, psychological, spirtual, intelectual, and enviormental

Physical health

State of being free from physical health. Physical health Also depends on the decisions we make and the behaviors we practice everyday.

Psychological health

Refers to emotional and mental states-which is our feelings and thoughts and it involves acceptance of feelings in ones self and others, as well as the ability to express emotions, to function independently, and to cope with the challenges of daily stress

Spiritual health

To identify your own basic purpose in life; learn how to experience joy, peace, love, and fulfillment.

Social health

Refers to the Ability to interact effectively with other people and the social environment.

Intellectual health

Refers to your ability to think and learn from life experience, your openness to new ideas, and your capacity to question and evaluate information.

Environmental health

Refers to the impact your world has on your well-being.

Why does race matter?

Different races have different health risks.

Who had more of a life expectancy?

Girls

Who has less of a life expectancy?

Boys

Predisposing factors
(Behaviors)

Includes knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, values, and perceptions.

Susceptibility

The acknowledgment that they are at risk for the negative consequences of their behavior

Severity

They believe that they may pay a very high price if they dont make a change.

Benefits

They believe that the proposed change will be advantageous to their health.

Enabling factors

Include skills, resources, accessible facilities, and physical and mental capabilities that shape our behavior.

Reinforcing factors

Rewards, encouragement, and recognition that influence our behavior in the short run.

Health Belief Model (HBM)

A model of behavioral change that focuses on the individuals attitudes and beliefs.

Transtheoretical model

A model of behavioral change that focuses on the individuals decision making; it states that an individual progresses through a sequence of six stages as he or she makes a change in behavior.

Stages of change in order?

Pre contemplation - contemplation - preparation - action - maintenance - termination.

Self efficacy

Belief in ones ability to accomplish a goal or change in behavior.

Locus of control

An individuals belief about the sources of power and influence over his or her life.