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determinants of health |
factors that raise or lower a level of health in a population or individual. - help explain or predict trends - explain why some groups have it worse than others |
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biological |
factors relating to the body that impacts on health - genetics - body weight - hormonal changes |
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behavioural |
actions or patterns of living of an individual or a group that impacts on health - sun protection - food intake - levels of physical activity - substance use - sexual practises - skills to develop and maintain friendships - seeking help from health professionals |
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physical environment |
the physical surroundings in which we live, work and play - tobacco smoking in the house hold - housing environment - work environment - access to recreational facilities |
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social environment (family and community) |
aspects of society and the social environment that impact health - family cohesion - socioeconomic status of parents - media - community and civic participation (sport, art, faith based activities) - access to education |
