Physical, Mental/Emotional, or Social
Being optimistic?
Mental/Emotional
What is the health continuum used for?
Determine where peoples health is located on the continuum based on quality of life.
What is a risk factor and list one example.
Aspects of peoples lives that increase the chances they will develop a disease or disorder, or experience an injury/decline in health (eating unhealthy)
Answer will vary
Mental/Emotional
Does getting a flu shot each year increase where you're at on the continuum?
Yes
Are risk factors unavoidable? Explain.
Some are some are not. Modifiable and nonmodifiable
What is abstinence?
practice of restraining oneself from being indulged in something. Not doing whatever the risk is.
Going for a bike ride?
Physical
Is the Health continuum accurate?
No it is not completely accurate
What is an example of a nonmodifiable risk factor?
genetic heart disease or age
List 3 reasons you think teens are at a higher risk of injury when driving?
Texting or using phone while driving
Distracted while driving
Not using seatbelt
Hanging out with friends and working on homework togetger
Social and Mental
List 3 factors that affect you on the health continuum
Age, disease, activity level, etc.
What is an example of a genetic health factor that you get from your family?
Weight, diseases and disorders, mental health conditions
What does DNA stand for?
Deoxyribonucleic acid
What is the definition of Health?
The state of complete physical, mental/emotional, and social well being.
What is the average life expectancy in the US?
77-78
What is a behavioral factor?
Choices and behaviors that affect a persons chance of developing a disease, unhealthy condition, or injury
What is the capitol of Illinois?
Springfield