Five Dimensions of Health/Wellness
Name one health/wellness dimension.
Define mental health
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
How many multiple intelligences are there?
Nine
What is the basis for all or most of avoiding our mental illnesses?
Avoiding our problems
Four steps
Which one of the 5 dimensions focuses on physical activity and appearance?
Physical Dimension
Which stages of life is mental health important?
All stages of life; from childhood and adolescence through adulthood
Which multiple intelligence is learned by athletics or hands-on?
Kinesthetic strength
How do we problem-solve? (the four "its")
Face it, express it, decide it, get it
What is an example of denial when it comes to problem-solving?
pretending it doesn't exist, avoiding the problem, procrastination, forgetting about it, blaming another person, getting someone else to deal with your problems, substance abuse
Which dimension focuses on values, traditions, and religions?
Spiritual Dimension
Think, feel, and act.
Can you increase your intelligence in a specific category?
Yes, through practice, repetition, and time.
What is one of the most important skills to have that is at the center of problem-solving?
Communication skills
What is a way to "express it" in the problem-solving steps?
Talk to someone, journal, text, email, etc...
List three things that fall into the social dimension.
Self-esteem, communication skills, empathy, conflict resolution, assertiveness skills
How many aspects are there to personal health?
Five main aspects
What type of intelligence do you fit into most?
Answers will vary per student
When in a conflict, what is the first step to conflict resolution?
Stay calm
Name one thing that could negatively affect your mental health.
Answers will vary
What dimension focuses on emotions, problem-solving, and self-reflection?
Emotional dimension
To be considered "well", how many main aspects of personal health can't be neglected?
All 5 aspects cannot be neglected.
What type of intelligence learns by counting, calculating, and theorizing?
Logical Strength
What is one example of a refusal skill?
Strong voice, good eye contact, and assertively say "NO"
Name one thing that could positively affect your mental health.
Answers will vary