Vocab 1
the state of being free from illness or injury.
Health
the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.
Environment
the well-being of an individual's social connections and interactions
the average period that a person may expect to live.
Life expectancy
the presence in or introduction into the environment of a substance or thing that has harmful or poisonous effects.
Pollution
the length of time for which a person or animal lives or a thing functions.
Lifespan
the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Well-Being
the state of well-being of the body, encompassing its physical functions, systems, and overall condition
Physical Health
conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially through cleanliness.
Hygiene
the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group
Culture
the standard of health, comfort, and happiness experienced by an individual or group.
Quality of life
characteristics, behaviors, or environmental exposures that increase the likelihood of developing a specific disease or health condition
Risk Factors
the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal.
wellness
the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.
Heredity
the main means of mass communication (broadcasting, publishing, and the internet) regarded collectively.
Media
a unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring.
Genes
a self-replicating material that is present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes. It is the carrier of genetic information.
DNA
the ability to understand, manage, and express one's emotions in a healthy and adaptive manner
Emotional Health
one of two or more available possibilities.
Alternative
state of well-being where an individual is physically, mentally, and socially functioning at their best possible level
individual or environmental characteristics that reduce the likelihood of negative outcomes or buffer the effects of risk factors
Protective Factors
Taking steps to prevent illness and accidents before they happen.
Preventive Healthcare
a person’s condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being.
Mental Health
health conditions caused by abnormalities in a person's DNA
Genetic Disorders
actions, habits, or patterns of behavior that influence how individuals or groups act in specific situations
Behavioral Factors