Physical Health and Wellbeing
‘Not being sick’ is an aspect of physical health and wellbeing. True or False. Explain why.
True
Mental health and wellbeing relates to appropriately experiencing, identifying and managing emotions. True or false. Explain.
False
Experiencing stress is an aspect of mental health and wellbeing, but the manner in which the individual recognises and deals with the associated emotions relates to emotional health and wellbeing. True or false.
True
Identify an 'aspect' of spiritual health and wellbeing.
-A sense of belonging
-Acting according to values and beliefs
-Positive meaning and purpose in life
-Peace and harmony
Social health and wellbeing is not supported by empathy for others. True or false.
False
FILL IN THE GAPS.
It is only when the whole ____ and its _____ are functioning to the best of their ability that a person can be considered as having _________ physical health and wellbeing.
FILL IN THE GAPS.
It is only when the whole BODY and its SYSTEMS are functioning to the best of their ability that a person can be considered as having OPTIMAL physical health and wellbeing.
Explain how mental and spiritual health and wellbeing are related, using an example.
If an individual is experiencing positive thought patterns and has high self-esteem (mental health and wellbeing), they are more likely to feel a sense of purpose in life and engage within their community, which helps them to establish a sense of belonging (spiritual health and wellbeing).
Explain resilience.
Resilience relates to the ability to effectively deal with adverse or negative events and the associated emotions that occur throughout life. Such events include the death of a loved one, relationship breakdown, conflict with family and friends, financial stress and job loss. An individual’s level of resilience can fluctuate over time and is influenced by a range of factors including levels of stress and social support. Having high levels of resilience is a key component of emotional health and wellbeing.
Which dimension of health and wellbeing is often the focus of individuals, groups, government organisations and non-government organisations..
Physical.
What is an example of a time when interactions with friends may not be as effective?
-a person may be in conflict with friends and family,
-a person may be in the process of breaking up with a partner.
Under these circumstances, social health and wellbeing would not be considered optimal.
Explain how physical and social health and wellbeing and interrelated.
Must go BOTH WAYS.
If an individual has high energy levels (physical health and wellbeing), they are more likely to invest time into developing relationships with their friends (social health and wellbeing). If their interactions and communication with others are positive (social), they may be more likely to play sport with these friends and develop their fitness levels (physical).
What is the difference between mental and emotional health and wellbeing.
Emotional health and wellbeing relates to appropriately experiencing, identifying and managing emotions, whereas mental health and wellbeing relates to the nature of feelings and thoughts that a person is having. Good emotional health and wellbeing does not mean that emotions and feelings are always positive. In fact, experiencing only positive emotions and feelings can indicate that emotional health and wellbeing is not optimal. As humans, we all experience negative events which can, and should, cause us to experience negative emotions and feelings. During these times, mental health and wellbeing may not be optimal, but if the emotions and feelings experienced are appropriate for the given situation, emotional health and wellbeing can be considered positive.
Experiencing stress is an aspect of mental health and wellbeing, but the manner in which the individual recognises and deals with the associated emotions relates to emotional health and wellbeing. The loss of a loved one is an event that often causes mental health and wellbeing to be impacted in a negative way. The person may feel sad and experience grief. An emotionally healthy person can identify and acknowledge these feelings and manage them appropriately.
‘Emotions’ and ‘mood’ are two terms that are often interpreted as meaning the same thing, but they are distinct concepts. Emotions usually relate to emotional health and wellbeing, and moods often relate to mental health and wellbeing. Emotions are often experienced in the short term, but they can be intense. Emotions are also likely to have a distinct and identifiable cause such as a disagreement with a friend, the loss of a loved one, experiencing success at school or being around people who make you happy. Mood is more closely related to mental health and wellbeing, and is usually milder than an emotion but longer lasting. In many cases, the cause of a mood is difficult to identify. For example, a person might feel particularly gloomy or optimistic for a number of days without any specific reason.
Explain an interrelationship between emotional and mental health and wellbeing.
If an individual is able to effectively identify, manage and express their emotions (emotional), this may improve their self esteem (mental). If the individual is experiencing high levels of confidence (mental) as a result of their ability to positively display their emotions, this may assist them to appropriately deal with misfortune (e.g a loss of a pet) and display resilience (emotional).
Most statistics relating to health and wellbeing focus on which dimension of heath and wellbeing?
physical
Briefly explain the concept of health and wellbeing. 2 marks
relating to the state of a person's physical, social, emotional, mental and spiritual existence and is characterised by an equilibrium in which the individual feels happy, healthy, capable and engaged
For '2 marks' - what is the definition of physical health and wellbeing?
relates to the functioning of the body and its systems; it includes the physical capacity to perform daily activities or tasks
For '2 marks' - what is the definition of mental health and wellbeing?
relates to the state of a person’s mind or brain and relates to the ability to think and process information. Optimal mental health and wellbeing enables an individual to positively form opinions, make decisions and use logic.
For '2 marks' - what is the definition of emotional health and wellbeing?
the ability to recognise, understand and effectively manage and express emotions as well as the ability to display resilience
For '2 marks' - what is the definition of spiritual health and wellbeing?
relates to ideas, beliefs, values and ethics that arise in the minds and conscience of human beings. It includes the concepts of hope, peace, a guiding sense of meaning or value, and reflection on a person’s place in the world. Spiritual health and wellbeing can also relate to organised religion, a higher power and prayer, values, a sense of purpose in life, connection or belonging.
For '2 marks' - what is the definition of social health and wellbeing?
the ability to form meaningful and satisfying relationships with others and the ability to manage or adapt appropriately to different social situations
Identify 4 aspects of physical health and wellbeing.
-Healthy body weight
-Adequate energy levels
-Freedom from illness, disease and injury
-Ability to complete physical tasks adequately
-Appropriate levels of fitness
-Strong immune system
-Well-functioning body, systems and organs
Identify 3 aspects of mental health and wellbeing.
-Low levels of stress and anxiety
-Positive self esteem
-High levels of confidence
-Positive thought patterns e.g. being optimistic
Identify 3 aspects of emotional health and wellbeing.
-Recognise and understand a range of emotions
-Effectively respond to and manage emotions
-High levels of resilience
Explain how all the dimensions are interrelated, using your own made up case study. (5 marks).
Wilfred has just lost his job in the deli, where he was terrible employee. Wilfred is struggling to manage his emotions and is extremely upset and angry at the deli (emotional), even though he ate ham during his shift every day and was caught on camera. Wilfred is not displaying resilience as he is choosing to sit and home and cry rather than take part in his usual activities such as orienteering nights with his mates, which is resulting in him losing connections with his friends (social) and his sense of optimism and positivity (mental). Orienteering was his only exercise, so he is struggling to maintain a health body weight (physical). Isolating himself from his friends and orienteering has contributed to a loss of connection to the community and the world (spiritual).
Phil is a 17 year old student who has been diagnosed with influenza (the ‘flu’).
Use this information to demonstrate the interrelationship between physical and mental health and wellbeing.