Wellbeing and Health: Key Concepts and Factors for Students

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What is wellbeing?

A state of being healthy, happy, and satisfied when all dimensions of health (physical, social, emotional/mental, cognitive, spiritual) are in balance.

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List the five dimensions of health.

Physical, Social, Emotional/Mental, Cognitive, Spiritual.

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Give one example of a physical component of health.

Having steady energy, being fit and free from illness.

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Give one example of a social component of health.

Having positive relationships and support networks.

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Give one example of an emotional/mental component of health.

Coping with stress and having emotional resilience.

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What are individual factors influencing wellbeing?

Genetics, personal skills, knowledge, attitudes, values, motivation.

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What are environmental factors influencing wellbeing?

Geographic location, access to health services, housing quality, technology.

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What are socioeconomic factors influencing wellbeing?

Employment, income, education, and decision-making skills.

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What are sociocultural factors influencing wellbeing?

Family, peers, culture, religion, values, beliefs, media.

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What does a negative sense of self lead to?

Low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression, and poor relationships.

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What does ANTS stand for?

Automatic Negative Thoughts.

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How can you reduce ANTS?

Challenge negative thinking, replace with positive thoughts, use mindfulness.

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List three benefits of meditation.

Decreases anxiety and depression, improves memory, lowers blood pressure.

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How does food impact mood?

Nutritious food stabilises mood and energy; junk food increases anxiety and depression.

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List two dietary changes to improve mental health.

Eat more vegetables and fibre, reduce processed foods.

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List three benefits of physical activity.

Releases endorphins, improves sleep, reduces stress and anxiety.

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How much sleep should teens get each night?

8â€"10 hours.

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List three benefits of sleep.

Improved mood, focus, and immune system recovery.

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List two barriers to sleep for teens.

Technology use and poor time management.

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Give two tips for better sleep.

Have a consistent routine, avoid electronics before bed.

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How does journalling improve wellbeing?

Decreases anxiety and improves memory and social connection.

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Define resilience.

The ability to bounce back from challenge, stress, or adversity.

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List three characteristics of resilient people.

Determination, optimism, adaptability.

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Example of a resilient person.

Emily Blunt overcame a childhood stutter to become a successful actress.

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How does belonging support resilience?

It provides encouragement, boosts self-esteem, and gives purpose.

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How does social media impact body image?

Can cause comparison, low self-esteem, and unrealistic expectations.

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What is positive body image?

Accepting, appreciating, and respecting your body as it is.

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List two positive impacts of media.

Promoting body diversity and sharing real stories.

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What is mental health stigma?

Negative attitudes or discrimination toward people with mental illness.

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List two effects of stigma.

Prevents help-seeking and causes shame or isolation.

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How can we overcome stigma?

Education campaigns, normalising mental health conversations.

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What are symptoms of anxiety?

Excessive worry, irritability, trouble sleeping, nail biting.

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List two mental health support services.

Lifeline, Beyond Blue, Kids Helpline.

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List key areas of the National Women’s Health Strategy 2020â€"2030.

Maternal health, mental health, healthy ageing, chronic conditions, violence impact.

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At what age can you get your own Medicare card?

15 years old.

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List two things Medicare covers.

GP visits and tests/scans.

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List two things Medicare doesn’t cover.

Dental and ambulance services.

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What are common health issues for young females?

Anxiety and depression.

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What are common health issues for young males?

Suicide and self-harm.

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Define breast cancer.

Abnormal growth of breast cells that can spread.

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What is the main breast cancer campaign?

Pink Ribbon campaign â€" raises awareness and funds research.

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Define ovarian cancer.

Abnormal growth in ovaries; symptoms include abdominal pain and fatigue.

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Define cervical cancer and its prevention.

Abnormal growth in cervix lining; prevented by HPV vaccine and screening.

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Define endometriosis.

Tissue similar to uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing pain and infertility.

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Define osteoporosis.

Weak bones causing fractures; treated with calcium and vitamin D.

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What are the three ways contraceptives work?

Block sperm, disable sperm, suppress ovulation.

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Example: condom â€" advantages and disadvantages.

Cheap and non-hormonal but can break; must be used correctly.

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Example: contraceptive pill â€" advantages and disadvantages.

Regulates periods and acne but has side effects and no STI protection.

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What is the effectiveness of Implanon?

Over 99%, lasts 3 years.

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What is consent?

Freely given, reversible, informed, enthusiastic, specific (FRIES).

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List factors preventing legal consent.

Age, intoxication, unconsciousness, coercion.

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What was the 2021 NSW consent law change?

Introduced affirmative consent â€" must say/do something to show agreement.

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What are risks of sexual behaviour?

STIs, unplanned pregnancy, emotional harm.

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Most common STI in Australia?

Chlamydia.

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How can pornography impact relationships?

Creates unrealistic expectations, lowers intimacy, promotes unhealthy roles.

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What effect does pornography have on the brain?

Acts like a drug â€" releases dopamine and causes addiction.

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Define PCOS.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome causing irregular periods, acne, and weight gain.

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List the four areas of the Safe System.

Safe People, Safe Roads, Safe Speeds, Safe Vehicles.

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Give an example of a Safe People initiative.

Road safety programs in schools and campaigns like Towards Zero.

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Give an example of a Safe Roads feature.

Rumble strips or safety barriers.

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What are the Fatal Five?

Speeding, fatigue, distractions, alcohol, no seatbelt.

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What percentage of road deaths (2015â€"19) were due to speeding?

40%.

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What happens if you go 10km/h over in a 60 zone?

Risk of crash quadruples.

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Why are school zones 40km/h?

To increase reaction time for children’s safety.

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List signs of driver fatigue.

Yawning, drifting lanes, slow reactions.

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What is the Driver Reviver initiative?

Rest stops offering breaks and refreshments to reduce fatigue.

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List short-term effects of alcohol on driving.

Reduced reaction time, impaired judgement, blurred vision, fatigue.

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What is the BAC limit for L and P platers?

0.00.

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What is the full licence BAC limit?

0.05.

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What is the government strategy for drink driving?

Random Breath Testing (RBT).

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List two seatbelt functions.

Spreads crash force across strong body parts; prevents ejection from vehicle.

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List three types of driver distraction.

Physical, visual, mental.

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At 60km/h, how far do you travel in 2 seconds?

33 metres.

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Can L and P platers use phones while driving?

No except to show a digital licence or pay in drive-thru.