U3 AOS1 CONCEPTS OF HEALTH AND WELLBEING

• Physical Health and Wellbeing

  relates to the functioning of the body and its systems and it includes the physical capacity to perform daily activities and tasks.

  • healthy body weight
  • strong immune system
  • adequate energy levels
• Social Health and Wellbeing


  relates to the ability to form meaningful and satisfying relationships with others and the ability to manage or adapt appropriately to different social situations.

  • supportive network of friends
  • supportive and well-functioning family
  • effective communication with others
• Mental Health and Wellbeing


  is the current state of the mind or brain and it relates to the ability to think and process information

  • low levels of stress and anxiety
  • high levels of confidence
  • positive self-esteem
• Emotional Health and Wellbeing

  relates to the ability to express emotions and feelings in a positive way

  • recognise and understand the range of emotions
  • high levels of resilience
  • effectively respond to and manage emotions
• Spiritual Health and Wellbeing

  relates to ideas, beliefs, values and ethics that arise in the minds and conscience of human beings

  • positive meaning and purpose in life
  • peace and harmony
  • a sense of belonging and connection to the world
• Health and Wellbeing


  the state of a persons physical, social, emotional, mental and spiritual existence, characterised by an equilibrium in which the individual feels happy, healthy, capable and engaged
• Optimal Health and Wellbeing


  refers to the highest levels of health and wellbeing an individual can realistically attain at anytime

  e.g genetic potential and the environment they live in
• How physical and social H&WB interrelate.

  when an individual has adequate energy levels, they are physically able to participate in activities with friends, which can enhance relationships.
• How physical and mental H&WB interrelate.


  an individual who is fit and physically capable of carrying out daily tasks is more likely to feel good about themselves and have positive self-esteem.
• How physical and emotional H&WB interrelate.


  an individual who is sick may experience emotions such as fear and anger and respond appropriately to these emotions.
• How physical and spiritual H&WB interrelate.


  a person who is able to function physically due to adequate energy levels is more able to participate in community activities, which can enhance feelings of belonging.
• How social and physical H&WB interrelate.



  strong social networks have been shown to reduce smoking rates and obesity, which can reduce the risk of a range of conditions including cardiovascular disease.
• How social and mental H&WB interrelate.


  having a close network of friends allows people to share their problems with others, reducing stress and anxiety.
• How social and emotional H&WB interrelate.


  close social bonds allow individuals to be themselves and share their emotions with others which can assist in responding appropriately to them.
• How social and spiritual H&WB interrelate.


  when a person has social bonds, they are more likely to feel connected to the world in which they live in.
• How mental and physical H&WB interrelate.


  stress can lower the immune system function and increase the risk of infectious diseases.
• How mental and social H&WB interrelate.


  if a person is optimistic, they are more likely to interact in a positive way with friends and family, developing stronger relationships.
• How mental and emotional H&WB interrelate.


  when using logic and reasoning, an individual may be better able to think clearly and fairly judge the emotions they are experiencing.
• How mental and spiritual H&WB interrelate.


  stress is characterised by excessive self-focus. when an individual is focusing on themselves, they are less likely to feel connected to their community.
• How emotional and physical H&WB interrelate.



  if an individual can recognise that they are feeling sad and are taking action to deal with this emotion, they are more likely to participate in their normal activities such as exercise, which can enhance fitness.
• How emotional and social H&WB interrelate.


  an individual who can express their emotions can share their feelings with friends, which can promote more meaningful relationships.
• How emotional and mental H&WB interrelate.



  if an individual can process their emotions effectively, they may feel better about themselves, which can enhance self-esteem.
• How emotional and spiritual H&WB interrelate.


  experiencing appropriate emotions can assist in a person feeling connected to their world and the events that occur in it.
• How spiritual and physical H&WB interrelate.


  when an individual has purpose in life, they are more likely to take care of themselves physically so they can fulfil their purpose. this can promote healthy body weight.
• How spiritual and social H&WB interrelate.


  if an individual feels connected to their society, they are more likely to treat people fairly, which can enhance relationships.
• How spiritual and mental H&WB interrelate.


  believing that life has a positive meaning and purpose can enhance self-esteem and a sense of optimism.
• How spiritual and emotional H&WB interrelate.


  if a person acts according to their values and beliefs, they may feel more comfortable with the emotions they experience throughout life.
• H+W as an individual resource

  used to enhance life, cannot be traded/sold directly for goods + services.

  • reduces risk of disease, injury, premature death.
  • increases ability to live free of pain
  • decreases stress/anxiety, promotes happiness
  • children can go to school; improve literacy skills
  • reduces healthcare costs
• H+W as a national resource

  gov. can use income to develop better healthcare systems, enable universal healthcare

  • less absenteeism at work increases workplace productivity
  • higher average income = country grows economically
• H+W as a resource globally

  can reduce risk of communicable diseases spreading between countries.

  • gov. in individual countries can use income to develop health systems
  • promotes peace + stability, as they are more likely to work for the benefit of themselves, their country + planet.