Personal Health and Wellness Unit Review

What does the second D stand for in the decision making model?

Decide. Choose the best option

What are communicable diseases?

(HIV) usually spread through high sexual activity or internal areas and drug use

what are the four factors influencing health?

1. Age, sex, heredity 2. General social-economical, cultural and environmental factors 3. social and community networks 4. behaviors (individuals lifestyle factors)

three types of health resources

1. Gov. health resources (CDC) 2. Health professional groups (AMA) 3. Family health resources (cancer)

what are the six categories of risk behaviors for today's students?

1. behaviors contributing to unintentional/intentional injuries 2. tobacco use 3. alcohol and other drug use 4. sexual activity 5. diet 6. lack of exercise

4 signs that you may need more sleep:

1. difficulty waking up in the morning 2. inability to concentrate 3. falling asleep during classes 4. feelings of moodiness and even depression

what are the three factors for skin cancer?

1. fair complexion 2. light colored hair 3. family history

what are the four steps on how to access health information?

1. identify health information, products and services that you need. 2. find health information, products, and services 3. evaluate health information, products, and services. 4. Take action when health information is misleading.

9 things that teens can do to get better sleep:

1. set a regular bedtime 2. exercise regularly 3. avoid stimulants 4. relax your mind 5. unwind by keeping the lights low 6. don't nap too much 7. avoid all nighters 8. create the right sleeping environment 9. wake up with a bright light

The suns rays are the strongest between what hours?

10am and 4pm

The human brain reaches it's maximum size between the ages of?

12 and 14

Regions of the brain continue to mature through a person's early?

20's

within which age group does HIV present itself as a leading cause of death?

25-44

what is the minimum SPF one should use?

30

how much sleep do most teens need each night?

8 1/2 to 9

mental dimension of health

self esteem; how good you feel about yourself.

What are bacteria?

single cell microorganisms that can be treated with antibiotics

what body conditions can these ultraviolet rays cause?

skin cancer

Younger people who started using indoor tanning devices were most likely to develop what two types of skin cancer?

squamous and basal

physical dimension of health

the ability to carry out daily tasks.

what is the "Decision-making Model" used for?

to help you make decisions that will protect your rights, health, and self-respect, while respecting the rights, health, and self-respect of others.

what can be said about the leading causes of death to actual causes of death for teens?

underlying causes/sources: alcohol and drug use, behaviors that lead to unintentional/ intentional injury and behaviors.

What does the second E stand for in the decision making model?

value the results

What factors influence self esteem?

yourself, peers, friends, family, school, and the media

what is the purpose of setting goals?

It's one way to shape your life in a direction

which two ultraviolet rays penetrate the atmosphere

UVA and UVB

Illness-Wellness Continuum

a chart that you plot your health on the ranges from death to optimal health

what is the definition of health?

a state of complete physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social well-being.

what are the two major achievements that contributed to changes in the health status?

medical advances and public health measure

What are viruses?

microorganisms that are able to multiply but only with living host cell

the brain fine tunes itself during childhood and adolescence through what two processes?

myelination

Conceit

not self respect but an excessive appreciation for oneself

self-esteem

one's feelings of high or low self-worth

what is the definition of wellness?

overall state of well-being or total health

6 dimensions of health

physical, social, mental, emotional, spiritual, environmental

what are the two types of self esteem?

positive and negative

what part of the brain is responsible for thinking ahead and sizing up risks and rewards?

prefrontal cortex

What does B stand for in the ABCD rule?

border

what were the top three leading causes of death in the 1900's?

influenza, pnemonia, tuberculosis. diarrhea/ dysentery

environmental dimension of health

do you stay informed about environmental issues? Are you aware of organizations and global initiatives to protect the government?

How often should you apply sunscreen?

every 2-3 hours

What does the E stand for in the decision making model?

explore options. brainstorm and list possible choices.

emotional dimension of health

feelings, ability to feel and express a full rang of human emotions.

What are examples of short-term and long-term goals?

getting your homework done and getting stronger

what are the top three leading causes of death in the US for all ages?

heart disease, cancer, and stroke

spiritual dimension of health

high level of faith, hope, commitment, in relation to a well-defined world of view or belief system.

self-respect

high regard for oneself because one behaves in responsible ways.

Social dimension of health

how well you get along with others.

What are values?

ideas we hold about what is wrong and right. (Ex. Friends you choose.)

What does the I stand for in the decision making model?

identify your values

What are risk behaviors?

action that a person chooses that threatens their health and can cause injury, illness, and premature death.

what can be said about the majority of leading causes of death for all ages?

all are a result of lifestyle and behaviors

examples of medical advances

antibiotics, vaccines, advanced health care, identify pathogens, family planning

What does A stand for in the ABCD rule?

asymmetry

what are the three basic types of skin cancer?

basal cell, squamous cell, melanoma

examples of public health measure

better nutrition and sanitation

what are the top three leading causes of death in the US for teens?

car accidents, suicides, and homocides

What does C stand for in the ABCD rule?

color

What does the C stand for in the decision making model?

consider the results of all options

What is the most important rule to keep in mind when buying health-related products?

consumers should inform themselves about the product they purchase.

What does the D stand for in the decision making model?

define the problem or decision to make

What does D stand for in the ABCD rule?

diameter

What are pathogens?

disease causing agents