“In 1948, the World Health Organization wanted parameters to measure the functionality of an individual. The first three identified parameters include the physical, the social, and the mental constructs. Later, the emotional, spiritual, and environmental dimensions were added to the list.”

Health: a dynamic, ever-changing process of achieving individual potential in each of the following dimensions

Wellness: the achievement of the highest level of health in each dimension

Proper nutrition Exercise Avoidance of harmful habits, such as

smoking or alcohol abuse. Annual check ups at the doctor

Group Work What are the characteristics of your

assigned dimension Provide a traditional, preventative, and

wellness approach example

Expressing emotions in a healthy way Form healthy relationships with others Learn to control emotions like sadness,

anger, or frustration. Find healthy outlets to deal and express

your emotions

Having a purpose in life and feeling that life is meaningful

Morals Ethics Values/Beliefs

Maintain healthy relationships Try to learn ways to relate well with

others such as, family members, coworkers, or friends.

Practice communication skills

A healthier planet leads to healthier inhabitants

Protect yourself from environmental hazards

Look for ways to help the earth's health Recycle or reuse items that you can donate used clothing, cell phones, or old

computers to non-profit organizations that can refurbish them, thereby keeping them out of landfills.

Keep your mind active with learning, creativity, and problem solving.

Read up on current events each day. Paint, draw, or build something with

your hands. Take a continuing education course at a

local college, or join a book club. Even working a crossword puzzle each day can help to keep the mind active.

List the 6 dimensions of health List 1 characteristic of each dimension Give an example of a Preventative

Approach that would be in each dimension