health ch.1-3

list lifestyle factors that promote good health.

- getting 8 to 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 - 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

list two ways in which you can take an active role in developing your character.

- stand up for your beliefs - learn from people who demonstrate good character traits. ask family members for tips on strengthening values

what are three steps to use when dealing with a conflict?

- take time to calm down and think through the situation - when discussing the conflict, speak calmly and listen attentively, asking questions when appropriate - use a polite tone and try to brainstorm solutions where no one loses respect. work to resolve the conflict peacefully

give one example of a short0term goal and one example of a long-term goal.

-short-term goal: cleaning your room before dinner -long-term goal: improving your grades for the semester

what is health? why is good health important?

Health is the combination of physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being. Good health is important because it means striving to be the best you can be at any given time.

public health

a community-wide effort to monitor and promote the welfare of the population

abstinence

a deliberate decision to avoid harmful behaviors, including sexual activity before marriage and the use of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs

short-term goal

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

long-term goal

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

healthy people 2010

a nationwide health promotion and disease prevention plan designed to serve as a guide for improving the health of all people in the united states

health literacy

a persons capacity to learn about and understand basic health information and services and use these resources to promote his or her health and wellness

what risk behaviors are best avoided by practicing abstinence?

abstaining from tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs and abstaining from sexual activity

risk behaviors

actions that can potentially threaten your health or the health of others

preventive care

actions that prevent the onset of disease or injury

media

all forms of mass communication

health care system

all the medical care available to a nations people, the way they receive care, and the method of payment

heredity

all the traits that were biologically passed on to you from your parents

what are three examples of specialists?

allergist- allergies, dermatologists- skin disease, and gynecologist- care of female reproductive system

wellness

an overall state of well-being, or total health

medical history

complete and comprehensive information about your immunizations and any health problems you have had

name four factors you should consider when deciding between two consumer products.

cost, features, quality, and warranty

fraud

deliberate deceit or trickery

character

distinctive qualities that describe how a person thinks, feels, and behaves

name four strategies for managing stress.

engaging in physical activity, listening to smoothing music, managing time effectively, taking a warm bath, and laughing

identify the final step in the decision making process.

evaluate the decision

malpractice

failure by a health care professional to meet accepted standards

what are three external influences on your health?

family, friends, peers, your environment, your culture, laws, and the media

name two government agencies that protect consumers' rights.

federal trade commission and the food and drug administration

define heredity and explain how it influences health.

heredity refers to all the traits that were biologically passed on to you from your parents. It influences health by inheriting specific genes may put you at risk for certain illnesses or strengthen your resistance to disease

list three examples of core ethical values.

honesty, integrity, and respect

advocacy

ideas, beliefs, and attitudes about what is important

comparison shopping

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

what are three internal influences on your health?

knowledge, values, likes & dislikes, and desires

describe two techniques used by advertisers to convey messages to consumers.

media and advertising

specialist

medical doctor trained to handle particular kinds of patients or medical conditions

primary care physician

medical doctor who provides physical checkups and general care

action plan

multistep strategy to achieve your goal

list six categories of teen risk behaviors that have negative effects on health.

n]behaviors that may contribute to intentional and unintentional injuries, tobacco use, alcohol and other drug use, sexual behaviors, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity

what are three agencies that work at the national level to maintain health?

national cancer institute, environmental protection agency, and food and drug administration

peers

people of similar age who share similar interests

consumer advocates

person or group whose purpose is to address consumer issues

health consumer

person who purchases or uses health products or services

role model

person whose success or behavior is an example to others

distinguish between your physical and social environments. provide an example of a factor in each type of environment.

physical environment influences every aspect of your health and social environment includes your family and the people with whom you come into contact each day. physical- high crime rate and social- peers

name the three elements of health in the health triangle.

physical, mental/emotional, and social

what is physical health? mental/emotional health? social health?

physical- has to do with how well your body functions mental/emotional- is your feelings about yourself, how well you meet the demands of daily life, and your ability to process info social- involves the way you get along with others

health education

planned learning experiences that help people make healthy choices

prevention

practicing health and safety habits to remain free from disease and injury

define prevention and give two examples of behaviors that help prevent illness or injury.

prevention- practicing health and safety habits to remain free of disease and injury. 2 examples: wearing a safety belt and applying sunscreen

health insurance

private company or government program that pays for all or part of your medical costs

give three examples of types of health care professionals who provide general care.

private practices, clinics, and group practices

cumulative risks

related risks that increase in effect with each added risk

what is small claims court, and how can it be used by consumers to revolve complaints?

small claim courts are state courts that handle legal disputes involving amounts of money below a certain limit. The consumer and the merchant present their case to a judge, who then makes a decision

what is an example of a cumulative risk?

smoking one cigarette is not likely to result in death

goal

something you aim for that takes planning and work

health skills

specific tools and strategies that help you maintain, protect, and improve all aspects of your health

what is the first step in the decision- making process?

state the situation

decision making skills

steps that enable you to make healthful decisions

refusal skills

strategies that can help you say no to behaviors that are unhealthful, unsafe, or against your values

culture

the collective beliefs, customs, and behaviors of a group

health

the combination of physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being

interpersonal communication

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

values

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

why is medical history important for your health care provider?

the info gives a health care provider an idea of your overall level of wellness

conflict resolution

the process of ending a conflict through cooperation and problem solving

health fraud

the sale of worthless products or services claimed to prevent or cure health problems

epidemiology

the scientific study of patterns of disease in a population

environment

the sum of your surroundings

online shopping

using the internet to buy goods and services

stress management

ways to deal with or overcome the negative effects of stress

mention two types of products that are particularly susceptible to health fraud.

weight-loss products and beauty and anti-aging products

what is wellness? how is it achieved?

wellness is an overall state of well-being, or total health. Achieving wellness requires an ongoing, lifelong commitment to physical, mental/emotional, and social health

warranty

written agreement to repair a product

advertising

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