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Health Literacy and Well-Being in Daily Life

Learn about aspects of physical, mental, and social health, influences on health habits, and ways to access reliable health information. Understand the role of risk behaviors and lifestyle factors in shaping overall well-being.

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Health Literacy and Well-Being in Daily Life

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  1. Which of the following is not an aspect of physical health? • eating well • making friends • being active • getting enough sleep

  2. Which statement is true about a person who is in good social health? • She spends lots of time alone. • She has few friends. • She is in good physical health. • She gets along with others.

  3. You are likely to move in a negative direction on the health continuum if • you are physically active daily. • you are responsible. • you fail to practice healthful behaviors. • you eat a healthful diet.

  4. Which of the following is not true of someone with good mental/emotional health? • He dwells on negative thoughts. • He is not overwhelmed by life’s frustrations. • He likes new challenges. • He stands up for his beliefs.

  5. What technique can you use to locate valid health information on the Internet? • Find popular sites. • Use manufacturers’ sites. • Use .gov or .edu sites. • All of the above

  6. Cultural influences on your health include • biologically inherited traits. • beliefs, customs, and behaviors. • the health triangle. • all of the above.

  7. The media is a powerful influence because it • encourages healthful living. • is constantly present. • provides role models. • warns of risk behaviors.

  8. Which of the following statements is true? • Risk behaviors are illegal. • Risk behaviors can harm your health. • Most teens engage in risk behaviors. • You can’t avoid risk behaviors.

  9. A person who practices multiple risk behaviors at the same time is likely to • be aware of risks. • be a role model. • face more negative consequences. • show sound judgment.

  10. Personal habits and behaviors that relate to the way a person lives are called • negative consequences. • risk participation. • health promotion. • lifestyle factors.

  11. Health education provides • medical health coverage. • accurate health information. • a wellness guarantee. • none of the above.

  12. Experts think that poor health literacy influences a person’s health more than • critical thinking and problem solving. • attitude, environment, and income. • education, income, and attitude. • age, income, and education.

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