PhysicalPhysicalHas the energy to meet the demands of life

and do the things they enjoy.Can restrict the intake of harmful

substances such as alcohol and drugs.Gets plenty of exerciseEats a well-balanced dietMaintains proper body weight

SocialSocialAre able to make and keep friendsHas the ability to relate to others and be

honest and loyalTreat others with fairness and respectHave the ability to master social graces,

they are polite and helpfulCan be intimate but not promiscuous

IntellectualIntellectualHas common sense and logicCan embrace the chance to improve

themselves and learn something newCan apply the things you have learnedCan rapidly catch on to new ideasAre open-minded and accepting of others

EmotionalEmotionalCan enjoy life despite its’ occasional

disappointments and frustrations.Can adjust and cope with stress in a healthy

wayCan accept your limitationsCan understand and accept one’s own

feelings

SpiritualSpiritual Is composed of ethics, virtues, values, and morals. Can provide faith, hope, peace, comfort, optimism

with life and its’ outcome Can see beyond the isolated event to envision the

whole picture Sets realistic goals and go about reaching them

with hope, enthusiasm and determination

Signs of WellnessSigns of Wellness

Persistent presence of support networkChronic positive expectationsSense of spiritual involvement; Increased

sensitivityTendency to adapt to changing conditionsAppetite for physical activityTendency to identify and communicate

feelings

Signs of WellnessSigns of Wellness

Repeated episodes of gratitude, generosity, or related emotions

Compulsion to contribute to societyPersistent sense of humor

What is Health?What is Health?

1900- Health is the absence of disease.1920- Health is the normal functioning of

all parts of the body; complete physical fitness.

1947- Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or illness.

Definition of HealthDefinition of Health

1965- Health is the quality of life involving our physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions.

Quality of LifeQuality of Life

Degree of overall satisfaction that a person gets from life.

What is Wellness?What is Wellness?

When you link together all 5 aspects of wellness (social, physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual) in everything you do. Examples:

1. Losing temper when tired, ill or hungry

2. Having a headache or stomach ache when nervous or anxious

Longevity and conditions of Longevity and conditions of LifeLife

Due to medical advances and improvements in Sanitation, we’re living longer:

Born in the U.S. in 1900-live until age:

47Born in the U.S. in 1990-live until the age

75

Common Health Problems Common Health Problems (1900’s-20(1900’s-20thth Century) Century)

1. Influenza

2. Diptheria –Disease affecting throat

3. Polio

4. Tuberculosis

Wiped out by scientific advances, however, some of those advances lead the way to an age of convenience; a more sedentary (inactive) lifestyle….more alcohol consumption, and a diet rich in fats and sugars.

America’s New Health ProblemsAmerica’s New Health Problems(21(21stst Century) Century)

Chronic Diseases:

1. Heart Disease

2. Cancer

3. Diabetes

4. Emphysema

5. Cirrhosis of the liver

Focus 1900’s (20Focus 1900’s (20thth Century) Century)

TREATMENT

Focus –2000 (21Focus –2000 (21stst Century) Century)

PREVENTION

Message from U.S. Surgeon Message from U.S. Surgeon General’s OfficeGeneral’s Office

Leading cause of premature death and illness in the U.S. could be prevented through positive lifestyle habits. The solution to those health problems is largely WITHIN OUR CONTROL

FactsFacts 750 billion dollars/year is spent on the nation’s

healthcare U.S. spends more per capita on healthcare than

any other country. The British spend 1/3 what we do per person and outlive us by 3 years.

Of 20 countries researched, the typical American diet was highest of all in the % of fat, and lowest in dietary fiber. We are one of the fattest nations in the world.

Considering how much as a nation we spend on medical care, we should outshine the world in health and wellness, but we don’t.

WHY?????WHY?????

We have failed to

make prevention a top priority

Leading Cause of death Leading Cause of death amongst Adultsamongst Adults

HEART DISEASE

LEADING CAUSE OF LEADING CAUSE OF DEATHS AMONGST TEENSDEATHS AMONGST TEENS

ACCIDENTS

Risk Factors Affecting HealthRisk Factors Affecting Health

Risk Factor Explanation Examples

Hereditary The traits passed biologically from parent to child

Diabetes

Cancer

Heart disease

Environmental

(Physical and Social)

One’s physical and social surrounding conditions

Drinking water

Noise/air pollution

friends

Media

Behavior Conditions resulting from a person’s actions and decisions

Smoking

Not wearing seat belt

High-fat diet

FACTFACT U.S. has the highest rate in

the world of:

Heart disease

Cancer of the colon, rectum, breast, and lung

FACTSFACTSOf all the Americans who die every year,

only 10% die because of inadequate health care

Only 20% die because of environmental or biological factors

The rest die as a direct result of an unhealthy lifestyle-(70%)

Lifestyle FactorsLifestyle Factors

Getting 8-10 hours of sleep each nightStarting each day with a healthy breakfastEating a variety of nutritious foods each dayBeing physically active (20min/3days/wk)Maintaining healthy weightAvoiding tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs

Lifestyle FactorsLifestyle Factors

Abstaining from sexual activity before marriage

Managing stressMaintaining positive relationshipsPracticing safe behaviors to prevent injuries Fitting these health-promoting lifestyle factors

into your life will help ensure a high level of wellness