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What is the definition of health according to the World Health Organisation?

Health is a complete state of physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

What is health psychology?

Health psychology is the understanding of psychological influences on how people stay healthy, why they become ill, and how they respond when they do get ill.

How much can psychological interventions reduce health care costs?

Psychological interventions can reduce the amount of money spent on health care by 20%.

What are the three broad areas of the biopsychosocial model?

The three broad areas are biological (genetics), psychological (behaviors, personality, motivation, cognitive processes, lifestyle), and social (availability of health care, social influences on behaviors and beliefs).

What is an example of a social factor affecting health?

An example is living in an area where alcohol is cheap and legal, which can influence drinking behaviors.

What are some leading causes of death in Australia?

Leading causes of death in Australia are preventable and are influenced by psychological and social factors, not just biological factors.

What does the Health Belief Model explain?

The Health Belief Model explains differences in healthy and unhealthy behaviors, incorporating perceived susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers, and cues to action.

What is the optimistic bias in health psychology?

Optimistic bias refers to the tendency to believe that negative outcomes are less likely to happen to oneself compared to others.

What is the Theory of Reasoned Action?

The Theory of Reasoned Action posits that intentions are a strong predictor of behavior, influenced by attitudes and subjective norms.

What is the Theory of Planned Behaviour?

The Theory of Planned Behaviour adds self-efficacy to the Theory of Reasoned Action, accounting for the belief in one's ability to control behavior.

What is the public health pyramid?

The public health pyramid consists of primary (universal), secondary (targeted at families in need), and tertiary (interventions for those affected) prevention strategies.

What are health-compromising behaviors?

Health-compromising behaviors include poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking, excessive drinking, and risky sexual behaviors.

What are some consequences of obesity?

Consequences of obesity include health problems (like diabetes and heart disease), increased mortality rate, psychological issues, and social discrimination.

What is the cost to Australian society due to smoking?

The cost to Australian society due to smoking is approximately $31.5 billion each year.

What are some treatment options for smoking cessation?

Treatment options for smoking cessation include ad campaigns, medical approaches (like nicotine replacement), and behavioral therapy.

What is a primary factor in alcohol abuse?

A primary factor in alcohol abuse is genetic susceptibility to drug addiction.

What does the General Adaptation Syndrome describe?

The General Adaptation Syndrome describes the body's response to stress in three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

What are the two types of coping described in the lecture?

The two types of coping are problem-focused coping (attempts to change the situation) and emotion-focused coping (attempts to change emotional responses).

What is the significance of social support in coping with stress?

A high level of social support is protective against the effects of stress and can buffer against stress.

What are the DSM-5's criteria for defining a mental disorder?

A mental disorder is characterized by clinically significant disturbance in cognition, emotion regulation, or behavior, reflecting dysfunction in psychological or biological processes.

What are the types of disorders classified under the DSM-5?

The DSM-5 classifies disorders into categories like schizophrenia spectrum, depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, and anxiety disorders.

What is an example of a disassociative disorder?

An example of a disassociative disorder is dissociative identity disorder.

How is Borderline Personality Disorder characterized?

Borderline Personality Disorder is characterized by unstable interpersonal relationships, mood swings, and impulsivity.

What is the role of stereotypes in prejudice?

Stereotypes contribute to prejudice by creating false assumptions about group members, which can lead to discrimination.

What is the impact of culture on aggression?

Culture can influence attitudes towards aggression, such as the 'culture of honour' which values violent retaliation to perceived insults.