Ch. 1 Vocabulary

DNA segments that contain the blueprint for the function of a person’s cells.

A person’s ability to function positively and overall satisfaction that life’s present conditions are good.

Aspects of people’s lives that reduce risk and increase the likelihood of optimal health.

Dimension of health that describes how a person observes and interprets info to make decisions and solve problems.

Land features and any bodies of water present in an area.

Circumstances, objects, or conditions that surround a person in everyday life.

Poor overall state of health in which a person cannot function normally.

Aspects of people’s lives that increase the chances they will develop a disease, injury, illness, or decline in health.

Choices and behaviors that affect a person’s chance of developing a disease, unhealthy condition, or injury.

Dimension of health that refers to how well a person gets along with others.

Length of time a person is expected to live.

Extent to which a person experiences a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life.

Actual number of years a person lives.

State of excellent health and wellness, including physical, mental and emotional, and social health.

Chemical that carries genetic information; found in chromosomes.

Process of identifying one’s state of health and taking steps to improve it.

Dimension of health that refers to the expression of thoughts & feelings, including emotions, moods, & views

Presence of waste in the environment.

State of being without regular, consistent housing.

In-person and online communication channels, such as books, TV shows, movies, social media, and advertisements.