What is Health? (Chapter 1)

What is Life Expectancy?

• the ability to find enjoyment in life

• the only factor used to evaluate health

• the average age of people in a population

• the number of years a person is likely to live

The degree of overall satisfaction a person gets from life is called

• quality of life

• quality of health

• life expectancy

• life satisfaction

Which aspect of health refers to how you react to events in your life?

• emotional health

• physical health

• mental health

• social health

A trait associated with good social health is the ability to

• do daily tasks without getting too tired.

• get along well with others

• recognize your achievements

• learn from your mistakes

A person at the midpoint of the health continuum is

• perfectly well

• neither ill nor perfectly well

• very ill

• unable to move on the continuum

Define health.

• The combination of your physical, emotional, mental/emotional, and social well being.

• The sum total of your surroundings, your family, where you grew up, where you live now, and all of your experiences.

• Traits passed on from both parents to child.

What are some healthy lifestyle factors?

• Eat breakfast daily,

• Do not drink alcohol or use drugs.

• Maintain your recommended weight.

• Smoke or vape tobacco products.