personal and community health Quizzes

Since the early 20th century, the life expectancy of Americans has

Increased by more than 30 years.

Life expectancy 100 years ago was largely determined by

susceptibility to infectious disease.

The term health is often interchangeable with the term

wellness

The number of years a person is anticipated to live based on conditions at the time of birth is

life-expectancy

Which of the following were cited by college students in a national survey as major impediments to performing well academically?

lack or organization, parental support and time management.

What is the leading cause of death in the United States across all age groups?

Heart Disease

What is the number one cause of death among the youngest age group? 

unintentional injury

Daily choices influence an individual's health status and well-being.

True

Obesity, sedentary lifestyles, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and illegal drug use result in direct and indirect costs to society.

True

Life expectancy may decline in coming years due to the prevalence of obesity and sedentary lifestyles.

True

Obesity does not create a burden on the overall U.S. economy.

False

The average life expectancy for an American woman now is 71 years.

False

More people across all age groups die from cancer than any other chronic disease.

False

Which of the following groups of actions would most likely reduce a person's risk of premature death?

Not smoking, avoiding junk foods, and maintaining a healthy weight

Maria's husband has agreed to join her in an exercise program. They've scheduled times to meet to run at a local park. This is an example of

Social Support

Genetics are modifiable traits. 

False

Behavioral traits can be modified. 

True

Which one of these were one of the top ten greatest public health achievements. 

All are part of the top ten greatest public health achievements.

• The majority of the $173 billion is used to cover the cost obesity related diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

True

The leading cause of death among children in 1900 was cancer. 

False

People who feel good about themselves, deal effectively with life's challenges, and have positive social relationships are known as

Psychologically healthy

A person who has been depressed for an extended period of time is at an increased risk for committing suicide.

True

Mental health problems often affect everyday life. 

True

The communities to which an individual belongs have no impact on psychological health.

False

Which type of anxiety disorder occurs after a violent or extremely negative event and can cause acute anxiety or nervousness, nightmares, flashbacks, insomnia, and a state of dissociation?

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Which is NOT a characteristic of psychologically healthy people?

Severe Depression

If you have characteristics of perfectionism and tendencies toward excessive orderliness, you are more like to fall into this disorder. 

Obsessive Compulsive

Phobia disorders are a fear of a specific object, activity or situation

True

Air, water, food and shelter are all part of physiological needs in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. 

True

If someone seems to be on an emotional roller coaster, and their moods swing from one extreme to another, from a euphoric high to major depression. they are most likely suffering from Post-traumatic stress disorder.

False

If you are concerned because you have been feeling discouraged by your circumstances and are experiencing feelings of guilt, worthlessness, sadness, and despair, which of the following conditions would be a likely diagnosis?

Depression

If you value your unique qualities and abilities and have a realistic sense of worth as a person, you would be described as having a high level of

Self-esteem

Which is the most important level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

physiological

Which one of these are NOT one of the safety needs?

Family and society

Which of these is NOT a component of physical health?

They are all compnents

Which is of these is a sign of someone thinking about suicide?

Change in personality or behavior

Experiences of sleepiness, depression, and weight gain in the winter months but feel perfectly fine during the spring is a characteristic of ____________

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Pregnancy that can bring about significant hormonal shifts that can often affect a woman’s moods is an example of Post-partem depression.

True

Which one of these is NOT a sign of major depression?

Happiness

Anxiety is the top concern of students according to Mental Health Clinicians. 

True