Determinants

Front 1

What are the determinants of health and development?

Back 1

Biological,
Behavioural,
Physical environment,
Social environment (Family),
Social environment (Community).

Front 2

Give examples of Biological determinants?

Back 2

Genetics,
Body weight,
Hormonal changes.

Front 3

Give examples of Behavioural determinants?

Back 3

Sun protection,
Level of physical activity,
Food intake,
Substance use,
Sexual practices,
Developing and maintaining friendships,
Seeking help from health professionals.

Front 4

Give examples of Physical Environment determinants?

Back 4

Tobacco smoke in the home,
Housing environment,
Work environment,
Access to recreational facilities.

Front 5

Give examples of Social environment (family) determinants?

Back 5

Family cohesion,
Parental health/disability,
Socioeconomic status of parents.

Front 6

Give examples of Social environment (Community) determinants?

Back 6

Media,
Social support,
Community and Civic participation,
Access to education,
Violence in the community,
Homelessness.

Front 7

Define Socioeconomic status?

Back 7

Sometimes referred to as social class, The key elements of income, education level, employment status and occupational type determine a persons socioeconomic status.

Front 8

What does the term 'determinants of health and development' refer to?

Back 8

The complex, intersecting factors of an individual such as:
- The amount and quality of food.
- Genetics,
- Whether the individuals organ systems are functioning well,
-The adequacy of the hormones controlling aspects of growth,
- Physical activity levels,
- The persons emotional wellbeing,
And - The physical environment in which a person lives.