Chapter 1 Review

The best approach to maintain overall health is by

• balancing all aspects of the health triangle

• prioritizing physical health over other aspects

• spending most of your time socializing with friends

• only focusing on emotional and spiritual well-being

Maintaining a positive attitude is a sign

• of good mental and emotional well-being

• that a person often makes bad health choices

• of excellent physical health

• that is irrelevant to overall health

Which of the following is least likely to affect your physical well-being?

• maintaining a balanced diet

• regular exercise

• adequate sleep

• effective communication skills

Individuals of the same age group with common interests are referred to as _____________.

• Society

• Community

• Peers

• Family

The process by which traits are passed from parents to offspring is known as _______________.

• Socialization

• Adaptation

• Heredity

• Learning

The customs, arts, and social institutions of a particular nation or people can be referred to as their culture.

• True

• False

Access to healthcare, education, and safe housing are all components of a healthy ______________________.

• Physical environment

• Attitude

• Culture

• social environment

One factor contributing to ____________ is the unequal access to quality health care in different regions.

• Health literacy

• Health disparities

• Healthy People program

• Health education

The ability to comprehend medical prescriptions, nutritional information, and other health-related documents is referred to as _______________________.

• Health awareness

• Health literacy

• Health education

• Healthcare accessibility

The _________________ is a nationwide initiative aimed at improving the health of all Americans.

• Healthy People program

• Health education

• Health literacy

• Health disparities