Year 10 Lesson 2

Lesson Overview

  • Understanding the impact of unhealthy behaviours on health.

Lesson Objectives

  • Identify the consequences of unhealthy behaviours

  • Explore different lifestyle diseases

  • Differentiate between controllable and uncontrollable factors

  • Discuss strategies to prevent lifestyle diseases

What are Lifestyle Diseases?

  • Primarily caused by unhealthy daily habits and lifestyle choices.

  • Examples:

    • Type 2 Diabetes

    • Heart Disease

    • Obesity

    • Stroke

    • Lung Cancer

Risk Factors for Lifestyle Diseases

  • Risk factors are elements that increase the likelihood of developing diseases.

    • Some are controllable (lifestyle choices), others are uncontrollable (genetics, accidents).

Lifestyle Diseases in Australia

  • Leading causes of death:

    • Heart disease

    • Stroke

    • Diabetes

  • Over 65% of Australians are overweight or obese, increasing the risk of lifestyle diseases.

  • Major contributors: smoking, alcohol consumption.

Controllable vs. Uncontrollable Factors

  • Controllable factors include habits, choices, and actions (diet, exercise, stress management).

  • Uncontrollable factors include genetics and external influences.

Unhealthy Behaviours

  • Actions or habits that negatively impact health dimensions:

    • Poor diet

    • Lack of exercise

    • Substance abuse

    • Poor stress management

    • Lack of sleep

Impact of Unhealthy Behaviours on Health Dimensions

  • Physical Health: Increased risk of obesity, diabetes.

  • Mental Health: Stress, anxiety, depression.

  • Social Health: Strained relationships, isolation.

  • Spiritual Health: Lack of purpose, disconnection.

  • Emotional Health: Poor emotional regulation, low self-esteem.

Linking Unhealthy Behaviours to Lifestyle Diseases

  • Poor diet → Diabetes, heart disease

  • Lack of exercise → Obesity

  • Smoking → Lung cancer

  • Excessive stress → Hypertension, mental health disorders

Exploring Lifestyle Diseases

  • Diabetes: Linked to obesity and poor diet; symptoms include increased thirst and fatigue.

  • Cardiovascular Disease: Caused by high blood pressure and smoking; symptoms include chest pain.

  • Obesity: Caused by poor diet and lack of exercise; symptoms include excess body fat.

Controllable Factors for Prevention

  • Diet: Balanced meals, less sugar.

  • Exercise: Regular physical activity.

  • Stress Management: Mindfulness.

  • Sleep: Adequate rest (7-9 hours).

  • Avoiding substances: No smoking, limit alcohol.

Uncontrollable Factors for Lifestyle Diseases

  • Genetics: Family history of conditions.

  • Age

  • Gender

  • Environmental Factors like pollution.

Personal Health Plan Activity

  • Choose one controllable factor to improve,

  • Create short-term and long-term action plans.

  • Discuss with peers for feedback.

Summary

  • Lifestyle diseases are preventable through healthy choices.

  • Small changes in habits can lead to significant health improvements.