Dimensions of wellnes
Mental health is defined as
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
Wellness is a holistic approach to health. Can you tell me what the word holistic means (you can look it up)?
Applied to health, holism means treating the whole person — taking into account more than just the physical symptoms of disease or injury.
Explain the definition of "Self-regulation". How do these words connect with physical health/wellness?
Self-regulation, emotion, and resilience a and b
What kind of physical activity is known to slow the loss of bone density?
Weight-bearing aerobic activities
What is the weekly recommendation for physical activity?
150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity and 2 days of muscle-strengthening activity
Mental health is more than the absence of
mental,illness
What are the 8 dimensions of wellness?
Dimension 1:emotional Dimension 2: physical, Dimension 3:occupational, Dimension 4: Intellectual Dimension 5:financial Dimension 6:social Dimension 7:environmental Dimension 8:spiritual parts
Why is it important to develop healthy habits?
Adopting new, healthier habits may protect you from serious health problems like obesity and diabetes.
What types of physical activity programs are most successful in reducing falls and fall-related injuries?
Leg and balance
Is mental health the same as mental illness?
No
What is the definition of Wellness?
Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes so that instead of just surviving, you're thriving.
What is physical health/wellness ?
Physical wellness consists of recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep, as well as preventing illness and injury or managing chronic health conditions.
What are the Immediate Benefits of physical activity?
help keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp as you age.
can you lift weights at an older age?
Yes
List at least 3 ways to improve your mental wellness:
Make a social connection — especially face-to-face — a priority, Stay active, Talk to someone
What is the definition of health?
the state of being free from illness or injury.
Why is it important to care for your body? (This question is asking about your own personal opinion on the importance of physical health):
better overall health, including in your relationships.
What is the reason for gaining weight? (Hint: think calories)
If you take in more calories than you burn per day, you'll likely gain weight
Does physical activity reduce your risk of dying early?
Yes
Social Wellness
In your own words, define what social wellness means:
the relationships we have and how we interact with others.
Are they the same? Are they connected? (health and wellness)
No
Does physical wellness focus on just the present (now) or is the future important too?
Both are important
What are the 2 leading causes of death in the United States?
Cancer was the second leading cause of death, after heart disease
If you are physically active for 150 minutes a week, how much less of a risk do you have of all-cause mortality (death by any cause)?
150 to 300 minutes a week was linked to a 21%-23%
Is social wellness connected to mental/emotional wellness? Why/why not?
Emotional health is enhanced by social well-being.