HEALTH
Health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
DIMENSIONS OF HEALTH
Health has several dimensions. The four important dimensions of health are:
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1. Physical
2. Mental
3. Social
4. Spiritual
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Physical Health
It is the normal functioning and growth of all parts of the body and also the body as a whole. Physical health is indicated by various signs like good complexion, clean skin, sweet breath, good appetite, sound sleep etc.
Mental Health
It is the ability of an individual to adjust with the surrounding world and society such that he lives harmoniously with others. So it is not just the absence of mental illness. The characteristics of mental health are:
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1. Self satisfaction: The person lr satisfied with himself with no inner conflict
2. Adjustment: He adjusts with others and accepts their criticism.
3 Self-control: He has good self control. He does not have anger, fear, jealousy, worries etc.
Social Health
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It is the ability of an individual to adjust with the society. The characteristics of social health are:
1. Possession of social skills
2. Proper social functioning within the community.
3. Ability of onself to see as a member of the society.
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Spiritual Health
It refers to that part of the individual which reaches out and strives for meaning and purpose in life. Spiritual health cannot be explained fully. It involves physiology and psychology.