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Vocabulary Set #1
Term | Definition |
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What is Health? | Health is the the combination of your physical, mental/emotional, and social well being. Example: Physical , mental/emotional, and Social health |
What is Wellness? | Wellness is your total health. Example: Physical,mental/emotional, and social health |
What is a Lifestyle Factor? | Lifestyle factors are personal behaviors and habits related to the way a person lives. Example: Eating breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. |
What is Prevention? | Prevention is practicing healthy habits to keep a person well and free from disease. Example: Wearing seat belts. |
What is a Health Continuum? | A Health Continuum is an integrated system of healthcare that follows a patient through a range of services. Example: N/A |
What is Heredity? | Heredity is all the traits and properties that are passed along biologically from both parents to their child. Example: Eye color |
What is an Environment? | An environment is the sum total of your surroundings. Example: Your family |
What is Culture? | Culture are your beliefs, customs, and behaviors of a group. Example: Language |
What are Risk Factors? | Risk factors are actions and behaviors that represent potential health risks. Example: Alcohol and other drug abuse |
What are Cumulative Risks? | Cumulative Risks are risks that increase gradually and may add up to a total that is greater than expected. Example: Smoking cigarettes |