h+w as a resource

• optimal health and wellbeing::

  • optimal health and wellbeing refers to the highest level of health and wellbeing an individual can realistically attain. 
  • An individual or group is at optimal health and wellbeing when they can identify and realise aspirations, to satisfy needs, and to change or cope with the environment.
• importance of h+w as a resource individually

  •  reduce risk of premature death or injury
  • reduce stress and anxiety
  •  allow for activities
  • allow to live independently
  • allow to participate in health-promoting behaviours
  • save money
• importance of h+w as a resource nationally

  • increase average income
  • reduce social security costs
  • reduced health care
  • improved life expectancy
  • lower stress
  • greater social participation
• importance of h+w as a resource globally

  • reduction in communicable diseases
  • peace and security
  • promotes social and economic development