Health Ch. 2 Vocab

the exchange of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs between two or more people

Interpersonal communication

Name the three health skills that deal with how you give and receive information

Interpersonal communication; refusal skills; conflict resolution

If you are an active listener, you _______ yourself in what the other person is saying.

Involve

Which statement is true about being a smart consumer?

It is important to look past glossy advertising and fancy packaging when evaluating a product.

To be a critical thinker about advertising

Look for hidden messages in ads

What are two useful self-management skills?

Practicing healthful behaviors and managing stress

The Food and Drug Administration is a(n) ____________ agency that is concerned with consumer health.

Federal

Deciding which career to ______ requires that you think about your likes and dislikes.

Pursue

Which is a promise typically made by a warranty?

If the product does not function properly, it will be repaired or your money will be refunded.

Advocacy

Influencing another person to adopt a healthful behavior

Advertising

What type of techniques include bandwagon, rich and famous, free gifts, great outdoors, good times, and testimonial

short-term goal

a goal that you can reach in a short period of time

long-term goal

a goal that you plan to reach over an extended period of time

taking action to influence others to address a health-related concern or to support a health-related belief

advocacy

Taking part in physical activity can improve every _______ of health.

aspect

Before you use a product, it's important to follow the instructions for ________ exactly.

assembly

Decision-making skills can _______ you to make healthful choices.

aware

Malpractice

failure of a health professional to meet accepted standards

Which is a synonym for the word quackery?

health fraud

H.E.L.P.

healthful, ethical, legal, and parent approval are a check list of things you should go by to help you make good decisions

Comparison Shopping

judging the benefits of different products by comparing factors such as cost, features, and quality

Comparison shopping often involves reading the __________ on a product.

label

To be a critical thinker about advertising

look for hidden messages in ads.

Action Plan

multistep strategy to identify and achieve your goals

Consumer Advocates

person or group whose sole purpose is to take on regional, national, and even interna- tional consumer issues

Values

the ideas, beliefs, and attitudes about what is important that help guide the way you live

Stress

the reaction of the body and mind to everyday challenges and demands

Health Fraud

the sale of worthless products or services that claim to prevent disease or cure other health problems

Which method of strengthening your interpersonal communication skills focuses on your emotions rather than placing blame?

using "I" messages to express your feelings

Warranty

written agreement to repair a product or refund your money

Advertising

written or spoken messages designed to interest consumers in purchasing a product or service

Which is the best way to resolve a consumer problem if you are not satisfied with a manufacturer's response to a complaint?

Seek advice from a consumer advocate group.

Refusal Skills

communication strategies that can help you say no when you are urged to take part in behaviors that are unsafe or unhealthful, or that go against your values

the process of ending a conflict through cooperation and problem solving

conflict resolution

Smart health consumers

read product labels

If you buy a product and are not satisfied with it, you should

read the warranty to find out how to return it.

Health Consumer

someone who purchases or uses health products and services

Goals

something you aim for that takes planning and work

Health Skills

specific tools or strategies to maintain, protect, and improve all aspects of your health

decision-making skills

steps that enable you to make a healthful decision

skills that help you reduce and manage stress in your life

stress management skills

A good way to protect yourself from health fraud is to

talk to others who have used the product or service and consult with the Better Business Bureau before trying health products or services.