Vocabulary
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Is the state of a persons body,mind,and feelings, and how he or she gets along with others
Health
the sum of the traits transmitted to a person by his or her biological parents, or inherited
Heredity
the act of avoiding risk behaviors
Abstinence
everything that surrounds you
Environment
Skills that help a person say “no” to an action or leave a situation
Resistance skill:
Is the condition of a persons mind and how he or she expresses
Mental and emotional health
re events over which a person has little or no control
Random events
is the healthful aim or purpose that a person can take steps to achieve through healthful actions over a lifetime
Health Goal
what a person thinks about himself or herself
Self-esteem
the body’s reaction to the demands of daily living
Stress
is the condition of a persons body
physical health
the way in which a person lives
Lifestyle
principles or standards that guide the way a person acts
Values
treating others with dignity and consideration
Respect
a cause of stress
Stressor:
Is the condition of a persons relationships with others
Family and social health
is an ability that helps maintain and improve health
Life Skill
the effort a person uses to act on responsible values
Character
something that deserves first attention
Priority
a hormone that prepares the body for quick action
Adrenaline
is a state of balanced health or well-being
Wellness
Any action that can harm you
Risk Behavior
is a person’s unique blend of physical, mental, social, and emotional traits
Personality
influence or pressure that people of a similar age place on a person to behave in a certain
Peer Pressure
a lasting feeling of being sad, unhappy, or discouraged
Depression