Health is the measure of our body’s efficiency and over-all well-being. The health triangle is a measure of the different aspects of health. The health triangle consists of: physical, social, and mental health.
1- Physical health
Physical health deals with the body’s ability to function. It has many components including: exercise, nutrition, sleep, alcohol & drugs, and weight management.
- Physical Health Exercise
Exercise is the act of using your muscles to stay physically fit. It helps to give you more energy, maintain weight, increase confidence & self esteem, and helps to battle chronic diseases.
- Physical Health Nutrition
Proper balanced meals are essential in leading a healthy life. Nutritious meals create a balance between what we eat and the way our body uses the food for energy and growth.
- Physical Health Sleep
It is recommended that the average person get at least 8 hours of sleep. The human body likes regularity, so try to go to bed and wake up at the same time daily.
- Physical Health Alcohol & Drugs
Alcohol and other drugs interfere with messages to the brain and alter perception. Use of such substances puts you at risk for accidental injuries, car crashes, trouble with the law, unwanted pregnancies, and fights.
- Physical Health Weight Management
Maintaining a healthy weight decreases your risk of certain diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. The exercise and proper nutrition helps to maintain healthy weight levels.
2- Mental Health
Mental heath deals with how we think, feel and cope with daily life. It is encompasses learning, stress management, and mental illnesses or disorders.
- Mental Health Learning
Learning is the development of skills, behaviors, and knowledge. Learning increases self-confidence, awareness, and self perception. It also teaches one coping skills.
- Mental Health Stress Management
Stress deals with the way our bodies and minds deal with life changes. It is important to learn healthy ways to deal with stress or you could be at risk for anxiety or depression.
3- Social Health
Social Health deals with the way react with people within our environment. This includes: public health, family relationships, and peer relationships.
- Social Health Public Health
Public health includes disease prevention and promoting health through good decision making. Keeping yourself safe and healthy benefits your community as a whole.
- Social Health Family Relationships
A healthy family relationship is one that is supportive, loving, responsible, and balanced. Families should work together to eliminate stress and negativity in the home. Promoting a safe and enjoyable environment.
- Social Health Peer Relationships
Strong and supportive friendships increase happiness, self-esteem, and reduces stress. Friends are there to help celebrate your accomplishments and there to offer support in times of need.
Some Questions: For each statement that follows answer YES or NO on your paper depending upon whether the statement is true for you.
1.) I get at least eight hours of sleep each night.?
2.) I eat a well balanced diet, including a healthful breakfast each day?
3.) I keep my body, teeth, and hair clean.
4.) I do at least 60 minutes of moderate physical activity each day?
5.) I avoid using tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs?
6.) I see a doctor and dentist for regular checkups.
7.) I generally feel good about myself and accept who I am.
8.) I express my feelings clearly and calmly, even when I am angry or sad.
9.) I like to learn new information and develop new skills.
10.) I have at least one close friend.
11.) I respect and care for my family.
12.) I know how to disagree with others without getting angry.
13.) I am a good listener.
14.) I say no if people ask me to do something harmful or wrong
