Exploring Dimensions of Wellness

Which statement best describes the pre-20th century medical model of health?

• Health was seen as a balance between mind, body, and spirit

• Health status focused on the individual and his or her tissues and organs, with government resources focused on disease treatment

• Health was viewed as a result of social and environmental factors

• Health was defined by the absence of stress

What is a key feature of the ecological or public health model?

• Disease is only caused by genetic factors

• Disease and negative health are viewed as a result of interaction with the physical and social environment

• Health is determined solely by personal choices

• Government resources are only used for treating illness

In the 1940s, what major shift occurred in the focus of health?

• Emphasis on treating diseases after they occur

• Focus shifted to reducing or eliminating factors causing injury and illness (disease prevention)

• Concentration on spiritual wellness

• Exclusive attention to physical fitness

Over time, different ideals—or models—of human health have dominated. What is a key feature of our current model of health?

• It focuses only on the absence of disease in the individual body

• It recognizes health as a reflection of both ourselves and our communities

• It considers only physical fitness as important

• It ignores the role of social connections

Which of the following are the four leading causes of chronic disease?

• High blood pressure, diabetes, stress, and lack of sleep

• Tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption, lack of physical activity, and poor nutrition

• Air pollution, genetics, dehydration, and overwork

• Poor hygiene, lack of education, sun exposure, and noise pollution

Which dimension of wellness is primarily concerned with maintaining a healthy body through regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and adequate sleep?

• Social

• Physical

• Spiritual

• Environmental

The ability to form satisfying interpersonal relationships and interact effectively with others is a key aspect of which dimension of wellness?

• Intellectual

• Social

• Emotional

• Physical

Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the spiritual dimension of wellness?

• Meditating to find inner peace and purpose

• Running a marathon for charity

• Attending a science workshop

• Recycling household waste

A person decides to spend more time outdoors, planting trees and cleaning up a local park. Which dimension of wellness are they primarily improving?

• Environmental

• Social

• Emotional

• Physical

A student feels overwhelmed by academic pressure and decides to talk to a counselor, join a study group, and practice mindfulness. Which dimensions of wellness are they addressing, and how do these actions contribute to their overall well-being?

• Emotional, Social, and Spiritual; by managing stress, building support, and finding inner calm

• Physical and Environmental; by exercising and spending time outdoors

• Intellectual and Social; by learning and making friends

• Spiritual and Environmental; by meditating in nature