Question 1

Which dimension of health focuses on the impact your world has on your well-being?​ 
A) ​cultural 
B) ​environmental 
C) ​spiritual 
D) ​psychological 
E) ​social

Accepted Answer

Environmental health focuses on the impact of your surroundings, such as air quality, housing, and access to resources, on your overall well-being. Cultural health relates to the influence of one's cultural identity and values, while spiritual health pertains to one's sense of purpose in life. Psychological health addresses mental health and emotional well-being, and social health refers to the quality of one's social relationships and support networks.

Question 2

Which dimension of health focuses on an optimal state of physical,mental,and social well-being-not merely the absence of disease or infirmity? 
A) ​physical 
B) ​psychological 
C) ​social 
D) ​intellectual 
E) ​environmental

Accepted Answer

The dimension of health that focuses on an optimal state of physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, is the physical dimension. This aligns with the World Health Organization's definition of health.

Question 3

The World Health Organization defines health as the absence of disease or illness.

Accepted Answer

The World Health Organization in fact defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity."

Question 4

High blood pressure and high cholesterol-two risk factors for heart disease-are rarely found among college students.

Accepted Answer

While it is true that heart disease risk factors such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol are more commonly seen among older adults, college students can still exhibit these risk factors due to lifestyle choices such as a poor diet and lack of exercise. It is important for individuals of all ages to prioritize their heart health.

Question 5

Simply defined,health means being sound in body,mind,and spirit.

Accepted Answer

Health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Therefore, being healthy means being sound in body, mind, and spirit.

Question 6

Even more so than the elderly,young adults today are experiencing the greatest health deficits and most years lost to illness,disability,and premature death.

Accepted Answer

According to various studies and reports, young adults today are experiencing more health deficits and years lost to illness, disability, and premature death compared to the elderly. This may be attributed to various factors such as changes in lifestyle, rising rates of obesity and mental health disorders, and inadequate access to healthcare services.

Question 7

To effect a lasting change in behavior,reinforcement must come largely from such external factors as rewards for meeting a goal.

Accepted Answer

To effect a lasting change in behavior, reinforcement must come from within the individual, such as a sense of accomplishment or intrinsic motivation. While external factors like rewards can be helpful in initially motivating behavior change, they are not sufficient for long-term sustainability.

Question 8

Which dimension of health primarily includes your ability to think and learn from life experience?​ 
A) ​environmental 
B) ​emotional 
C) ​psychological 
D) ​intellectual 
E) ​cultural

Accepted Answer

Intellectual health primarily includes your ability to think and learn from life experiences. It involves cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, and language, as well as the ability to think critically and solve problems.

Question 9

Between 40 and 80 percent of people who try to kick bad health habits lapse back into their unhealthy ways within six weeks.

Accepted Answer

This is a widely accepted statistic, as breaking bad habits and forming new ones can be a challenging process for many individuals.

Question 10

People typically cycle and recycle through the stages of behavioral changes several times.

Accepted Answer

The Stages of Change model, also known as the Transtheoretical model, acknowledges that individuals may move forward and backward through the various stages of behavior change multiple times before successfully maintaining a new behavior.

Question 11

Which term best describes the process of discovering,using,and protecting all the resources within our bodies,minds,spirits,families,communities,and environment?​ 
A) ​protection 
B) ​prevention 
C) ​health 
D) ​wellness 
E) ​liberation

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which term best describes the process of...

Question 12

What percentage of Americans exercises regularly?​ 
A) ​less than 20 percent 
B) ​less than 10 percent 
C) ​nearly 25 percent 
D) ​nearly 30 percent 
E) ​only 5 percent

Accepted Answer

The answer of What percentage of Americans exercises regularly?​ 
A) ​less than...

Question 13

Which dimension of health refers to identifying one's own purpose in life,and to enjoying love,joy,and peace?​ 
A) ​psychological 
B) ​emotional 
C) ​intellectual 
D) ​spiritual 
E) ​physical

Accepted Answer

The dimension of health that refers to identifying one's own purpose in life and enjoying love, joy, and peace is spiritual health.

Question 14

Adults in the United States between the ages of 20 and 34 have the highest BMIs (body mass indexes)of any developed country.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that adults in the United States between the ages of 20 and 34 have the highest BMIs compared to other developed countries. This is attributed to various factors such as unhealthy eating habits, lack of physical activity, and sedentary lifestyles.

Question 15

Which dimension of health focuses on the complex interrelationships between one person's health and the health of the community and environment?​ 
A) ​psychological 
B) ​environmental 
C) ​cultural 
D) ​social 
E) ​occupational

Accepted Answer

The social dimension of health emphasizes the interconnections between individual health and the broader community and environment, highlighting the impact of social networks and community resources on health outcomes.

Question 16

On average,what is the life expectancy for Americans at birth?​ 
A) ​75 years 
B) ​82 years 
C) ​72 years 
D) ​79 years 
E) ​85 years

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the current life expectancy for Americans at birth is 79 years.

Question 17

Which dimension of health refers to both the emotional and mental states of a person,i.e.,feelings and thoughts?​ 
A) ​psychological 
B) ​emotional 
C) ​intellectual 
D) ​social 
E) ​environmental

Accepted Answer

The dimension of health that refers to both the emotional and mental states of a person, i.e., feelings and thoughts, is the psychological dimension. This includes aspects such as emotional regulation, stress management, and mental health.

Question 18

Life expectancy at birth in the United States has decreased to an all-time low

Accepted Answer

While life expectancy in the United States has decreased in recent years, particularly due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors, it has not reached an all-time low. Historically, life expectancy was much lower before advancements in medicine, public health, and living standards.

Question 19

People who believe their actions will make a difference in their health have an internal locus of control.

Accepted Answer

People with an internal locus of control believe that their actions can influence the outcomes in their life, including their health. They believe that they have control over their own health and well-being.

Question 20

Citizens of which country have the shortest life expectancy?​ 
A) ​United Kingdom 
B) ​Australia 
C) ​Germany 
D) ​Spain 
E) ​United States

Accepted Answer

According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2020 the United States had an average life expectancy of 76.1 years, which is the lowest among the listed countries. The other countries listed have higher life expectancies, with Germany being the highest at 80.9 years.

Quiz 1: The Power of Now

Which dimension of health focuses on the impact your world has on your well-being?​

Which dimension of health focuses on an optimal state of physical,mental,and social well-being-not merely the absence of disease or infirmity?

The World Health Organization defines health as the absence of disease or illness.

High blood pressure and high cholesterol-two risk factors for heart disease-are rarely found among college students.

Simply defined,health means being sound in body,mind,and spirit.

Even more so than the elderly,young adults today are experiencing the greatest health deficits and most years lost to illness,disability,and premature death.

To effect a lasting change in behavior,reinforcement must come largely from such external factors as rewards for meeting a goal.

Which dimension of health primarily includes your ability to think and learn from life experience?​

Between 40 and 80 percent of people who try to kick bad health habits lapse back into their unhealthy ways within six weeks.

People typically cycle and recycle through the stages of behavioral changes several times.

Which term best describes the process of discovering,using,and protecting all the resources within our bodies,minds,spirits,families,communities,and environment?​

What percentage of Americans exercises regularly?​

Which dimension of health refers to identifying one's own purpose in life,and to enjoying love,joy,and peace?​

Adults in the United States between the ages of 20 and 34 have the highest BMIs (body mass indexes)of any developed country.

Which dimension of health focuses on the complex interrelationships between one person's health and the health of the community and environment?​

On average,what is the life expectancy for Americans at birth?​

Which dimension of health refers to both the emotional and mental states of a person,i.e.,feelings and thoughts?​

Life expectancy at birth in the United States has decreased to an all-time low

People who believe their actions will make a difference in their health have an internal locus of control.

Citizens of which country have the shortest life expectancy?​

Which dimension of health focuses on the impact your world has on your well-being?

Which dimension of health primarily includes your ability to think and learn from life experience?

Which term best describes the process of discovering,using,and protecting all the resources within our bodies,minds,spirits,families,communities,and environment?

What percentage of Americans exercises regularly?

Which dimension of health refers to identifying one's own purpose in life,and to enjoying love,joy,and peace?

Which dimension of health focuses on the complex interrelationships between one person's health and the health of the community and environment?

On average,what is the life expectancy for Americans at birth?

Which dimension of health refers to both the emotional and mental states of a person,i.e.,feelings and thoughts?

Citizens of which country have the shortest life expectancy?