vocabulary activity
write each of the terms shown on a separate sheet of paper. for each term, quickly write a word you have learned that relates to the term. in small groups, exchange papers. have each person in the group explain a term on the list. work together to properly pronounce them and take turns until all terms have complete explanations. ask for assistance, if needed.
behavioral factors
health
physical health
culture
homelessness
pollution
deoxyribonucleic acid (dna)
illness
protective factors
emotional health
life expectancy
quality of life
environment
life span
risk factors
genes
media
social health
genetic disorders
mental health
well - being
geography
optimal health
wellness
review and recall
review the information in this chapter by answering the following questions.
1. what does it mean for wellness to be holistic?
2. give an example of how one could measure health in each dimension of health.

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### Question 1: What does it mean for wellness to be holistic?
# Brief Explanations:
Wellness being holistic means it considers all dimensions of health (physical, mental, emotional, social, etc.) rather than just one. It acknowledges that these dimensions are interconnected and that a person’s overall well - being depends on the balance and health of each of these aspects. For example, a person’s mental health (like stress levels) can impact their physical health (such as blood pressure), and their social health (like relationships) can impact their emotional health (like feelings of happiness or loneliness). So, holistic wellness looks at the whole person and all the factors that contribute to their health and well - being.
# Answer:
Wellness being holistic means it considers all interconnected health dimensions (physical, mental, emotional, social, etc.) rather than just one, recognizing that a person’s overall well - being depends on the balance and health of each aspect.

### Question 2: Give an example of how one could measure health in each dimension of health.
#### Physical Health:
# Brief Explanations:
Physical health can be measured by things like body mass index (BMI), which is calculated as $\frac{weight(kg)}{height(m)^2}$. Another example is measuring blood pressure. A normal blood pressure is around 120/80 mmHg. Regular check - ups with a doctor to check for things like cholesterol levels (high cholesterol can be a sign of poor physical health) or the ability to perform physical activities (like how far a person can walk in a certain time or how many push - ups they can do) are also ways to measure physical health.
# Answer:
- Physical Health: Measure body mass index (BMI, calculated as $\frac{weight(kg)}{height(m)^2}$), blood pressure (normal ~ 120/80 mmHg), or physical fitness (e.g., number of push - ups).

#### Mental Health:
# Brief Explanations:
Mental health can be measured using standardized questionnaires like the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) or the Generalized Anxiety Disorder - 7 (GAD - 7). These questionnaires ask about symptoms of depression or anxiety, such as feelings of sadness, worry, or changes in sleep patterns. A mental health professional can also conduct interviews to assess a person’s mood, thought patterns, and ability to cope with stress.
# Answer:
- Mental Health: Use questionnaires like the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) or Generalized Anxiety Disorder - 7 (GAD - 7), or mental health professional interviews to assess mood and coping.

#### Emotional Health:
# Brief Explanations:
Emotional health can be measured by self - report of emotional states over time. For example, a person can keep a journal where they rate their emotions (on a scale of 1 - 10, with 1 being very negative and 10 being very positive) at different times of the day. Another way is through psychological assessments that look at emotional regulation, such as how well a person can manage their emotions in stressful situations (e.g., not having extreme outbursts or shutting down completely).
# Answer:
- Emotional Health: Self - report emotional states (e.g., journaling emotion ratings 1 - 10) or assess emotional regulation (e.g., how well one manages stress - related emotions).

#### Social Health:
# Brief Explanations:
Social health can be measured by the quality and quantity of a person’s relationships. For example, the number of close friends a person has, how often they interact with their family, or their participation in community activities. Surveys can be used to ask about social support (e.g., “Do you have someone to talk to in times of need?”) or the level of satisfaction with social relationships.
# Answer:
- Social Health: Measure number of close friends, frequency of family interaction, or use surveys to assess social support/satisfaction with relationships.

#### Spiritual Health (if considered a dimension, though not always listed but related to holistic health):
(Note: If spiritual health is not considered a main dimension in the context, you can skip this. But for completeness, as some holistic health models include it)
# Brief Explanations:
Spiritual health can be measured by a person’s sense of purpose, their participation in spiritual or religious activities (like attending religious services or meditation), or their self - reported sense of connection to something greater than themselves. Questionnaires can be used to ask about spiritual well - being, such as “Do you feel a sense of meaning in your life?”
# Answer:
(Optional, if spiritual health is a dimension) - Spiritual Health: Measure sense of purpose, participation in spiritual activities, or use questionnaires to assess spiritual well - being.

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Question 1: What does it mean for wellness to be holistic?

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Question 2: Give an example of how one could measure health in each dimension of health.

Physical Health: