Intro to dimensions and characteristics of H&W

Define: Physical health and wellbeing

Social health and wellbeing

Characteristics of physical health and wellbeing

• -Level of physical fitness

  -Body weight

• -Absence or presence of illness

  -Energy levels

• -Blood cholesterol levels

  -Blood pressure levels

• -Functioning of the body systems and organs

Characteristics of social health and wellbeing

• -Friendship networks

  -Relationships with family members

• Effective communication

• Experience appropriate emotions in different scenarios

• -Ability to work and cooperate with others

  -Community involvement

Characteristics of emotional health and wellbeing

• Have a high level of resilience

• Discern and understand a range of emotions

• Positive self-esteem

• Effectively respond to and manage emotions

Define: Emotional health and wellbeing

Define: Mental health and wellbeing

Characteristics of mental health and wellbeing

• -Positive self esteem

  -low levels of stress and anxiety

• using logic and reasoning to form opinions, make decisions and solve problems

• -high levels of confidence

  -positive thought patterns

• Sense of belonging

Define: Spiritual health and wellbeing

Characteristics of spiritual health and wellbeing

• Positive thought patterns

• - Having a sense of belonging

  - Organised religion

• -Positive purpose and meaning in life

  -Acting according to values and beliefs

• -experiencing peace and harmony