Chapter 1 Living a Healthy Life

If you were granted 3 wishes, what would they be If you were granted 3 wishes, what would they be? (no additional wishes) Dear_________, I regret that I have bad news for you. As you recall, we ran a number of medical tests last week. The results of those tests have been returned to me. Unfortunately, they confirm that you have a terminal disease. I have consulted a number of experts, and all agree there is no cure or treatment for your disease. You can expect to live for another two weeks or, at most two months. I am very sorry. Yours Sincerely, C.M. Johnston C.M. Johnston, M.D

The importance of good health Health- The combination of physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being. Health is dynamic, or subject to constant change A person with a balanced life is said to have a high degree of wellness, an overall state of well-being, or total health

The Health Continuum The continuum shows that your health can be measured on a sliding scale, with many degrees of health and wellness. Optimal level of energy, feeling of well-being Chronic Disorders Lack of energy, inattention, minor aches and pains Free from aches and pains Moderate level of energy Premature Death Loss of Health and Wellness Improved Health and Wellness High Level of Health Many people function below the wellness midpoint People on this side of the continuum usually exhibit a high degree of responsibility, discipline, and positive direction in life/ They accept responsibiltiy fo maintaining their own health People on this side of the continuum usually do not take responsibility for maintaining their own health

Lifestyle factors- personal behaviors related to the way a person lives List 3 you plan to achieve Getting 8-10 hours of sleep each night Starting each day with a healthy breakfast Eating a variety of nutritious foods each day Being physically active for at least 20 minutes a day, three or more days a week Maintaining a healthy weight Avoiding tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs Abstaining from sexual activity before marriage Managing stress Maintaining positive relationships Practicing safe behaviors to prevent injuries

Healthy People 2010 Established 2 main goals for the future: 1. Increase quality and years of healthy life for all Americans. 2. Remove health differences that result from factors such as gender, race, education, disability, and location. To reach these goals, individuals, families, and communities must work together

A health literate individual needs to be Health Literacy A person’s capacity to learn about and understand basic health information and services and use these resources to promote his or her health and wellness A health literate individual needs to be A critical thinker and problem solver A responsible, productive citizen A self-directed learner An effective communicator

3 wishes 1. 2. 3. The Health Continuum Lifestyle Factors: 1. 2. 3. Name: Chapter 1.1 Notes Health: A person with a balanced life is said to Have a high degree of ______________, am overall State of well-being, or total health The Health Continuum A Health Literate Person needs to be: 1. 2. 3. 4. Lifestyle Factors: 1. 2. 3. Healthy People 2010 1. 2.