personal health

define Health

A state of complete well-being including physical, psychological, spiritual, social, intellectual, and environmental dimensions.

Define wellness

A deliberate lifestyle choice focused on optimal physical, mental, and spiritual health.

Name dimensions of health

Physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, social, environmental, occupational/financial, community.

Life expectancy trend in U.S.

Declining compared to similar countries.

What is the transtheoretical model?

Stages of change model: precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, termination.

What is mental health?

Ability to perceive reality, respond to challenges, and form rational strategies.

Define spirituality

Belief in a higher power or something beyond self that gives purpose.

What is positive psychology?

Study of strengths and virtues that make life worth living.

Define gratitude

Habitually focusing on and appreciating positive aspects of life.

Effects of sleep deprivation

Poor memory, weight gain, poor mood, weakened immunity, safety risks.

What is depression?

Most common mental disorder; persistent sadness and loss of interest.

Define stress

Body's nonspecific response to demands.

Difference between eustress and distress

Eustress is positive stress; distress is negative stress.

What is PTSD?

Condition where trauma is repeatedly relived through nightmares or memories

What is acute stress disorder?

Severe symptoms within 3 days to 1 month after trauma.

  Key time management skill

Scheduling, prioritizing, avoiding time-robbers.

What is nutrition?

Science of dietary needs and effects of food on the body.

What are macronutrients?

Nutrients needed in large amounts: carbs, fats, proteins.

What are micronutrients?

Vitamins and minerals needed in small amounts.

Difference between simple and complex carbs

Simple carbs are sugars; complex carbs come from grains/vegetables.

Types of fat

Saturated, unsaturated, trans fats.

What is a complete protein?

Contains all essential amino acids.

   Define BMI

Body Mass Index used to estimate weight-related health risk.

What is obesity?

Excess body fat; BMI 30+ (severe 40+).

Main cause of weight gain

Caloric intake exceeds calories burned.

What is anorexia nervosa?

Refusal to eat leading to severe weight loss.

What is bulimia nervosa?

Binge eating followed by purging.

  Define physical activity

Any movement that uses energy.

What is exercise?

Planned physical activity to improve fitness.

FITT principle

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type.

Benefits of exercise

Improved heart health, strength, mood, immunity.

What is flexibility?

Ability of joints to move through range of motion

What is social health?

Ability to form satisfying relationships and interact effectively.

Define communication

Process of sharing information and emotions.

What is assertiveness?

Clearly expressing needs while respecting others.

What is intimacy?

Closeness and sharing personal thoughts/feelings

Define sexual health

Integration of physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual aspects of sexuality.

What is STI?

Infection transmitted through sexual contact.

What is HPV?

Most common STI in the U.S.

What is consent?

Mutual agreement to engage in sexual activity.

What is conception?

Union of sperm and egg.

·Define contraception

Methods used to prevent pregnancy.

What is abstinence?

No sexual intercourse; 100% effective birth control.

What is fertilization?

Fusion of sperm and egg nucleus.

What is cancer?

Uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells.

What is a pandemic?

Epidemic spread across countries.

What is immunity?

Body's defense against infection.

What is hepatitis?

Viral infection affecting liver.

What is health literacy?

Ability to understand health information.

What is quackery?

False or unproven medical claims.

  What is Medicare?

Health coverage for people over 65.

What is Medicaid?

Health coverage for low-income individuals

What is addiction?

Compulsive behavior despite negative consequences.

What is a stimulant?

Drug that increases central nervous system activity.

What is drug abuse?

Excessive or improper use of drugs.

What is caffeine?

Most widely used psychoactive stimulant.

What is BAC?

Blood Alcohol Concentration.

What is alcoholism?

Chronic disease with loss of control over drinking.

  What is nicotine?

Addictive substance in tobacco.

What is secondhand smoke?

Smoke inhaled by non-smokers.

What is pollution?

Harmful change in environment.

What is sustainability?

Using resources without depleting them.

What is a carcinogen?

Substance that causes cancer.

What is carbon monoxide?

Toxic gas from burning fuel/tobacco.

What is aging?

Normal changes over time in living organisms.

What are advance directives?

Legal documents about end-of-life care.

What is hospice?

Care for terminally ill patients.

Stages of grief

Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance.