1. Unit 1 Lesson 1
The Personal Meaning of Health and Wellness.

2. Health Is…
“…a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”
- World Health Organization

3. Wellness: A Broader Concept
A healthy balance of the mind, body, and spirit that results in an overall feeling of well-being
Constant, conscious pursuit of living life to its fullest potential
Acceptance or satisfaction with present personal condition
An active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and successful existence
A positive state of the entire being and its ongoing development
Self-assessment of emotional, social, physical, intellectual, and spiritual well-being

4. Have access to healthy foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables
Maintain a healthy
body weight by
healthy eating and physical activity
Use self-discipline to choose safe and healthy behaviors
Have access to medical, dental, and mental health services
Move to the best of my ability
Make and
keep positive friendships
Mind Map:
Health and Wellness
Live in a smoke-free environment
Get help when I need it
Have access to healthy foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables
Get an appropriate amount of sleep and rest
Have access to
safe locations for physical activity

5. Life Without Good Health and Wellness
Belonging to a group
is more important than personal health or safety
Unsure where or how to get help
Smokey air results in coughing and wheezing
Feel sad, down, or low energy
Mind Map:
Life Without Good Health and Wellness
Few or no positive friendships
Under or over
a healthy
body weight
No fun and
excitement
in life
Uncomfortable
and/or difficult physical movement
or function
Disregard for health and safety when planning activities

6. Six Categories of Risk Behaviors
Behaviors that contribute most to adverse health
and social outcomes…
Behaviors that contribute to unintentional injuries and violence
Alcohol and other drug use
Sexual behaviors that result in HIV infection, other STDs, and unintended pregnancy
Tobacco use
Unhealthy dietary behaviors
Physical inactivity
…for youth ages 15 to 24 –
almost 75% of deaths
…for adults – almost 66% of deaths

7. Creating Personal Meaning and Rationale for Learning
Assignment
Write two or three paragraphs that describe:
Your personal meaning of health and wellness
Your opinion on the importance of studying health
Resources
Your mind map
Our class discussion