Which of the following methods is an example of successful lifestyle change?
A) Making a New Year's resolution to stop smoking again after failing in the past
B) Creating a demanding workout plan in hopes of someday losing weight
C) Beginning a daily walking program and gradually increasing your time and distance
D) Stopping smoking cold turkey
Determinants of health include
A) personal, social, economic, and environmental factors.
B) physical, intellectual, spiritual, and cultural factors.
C) nutritional, social, financial, and environmental factors.
D) genetic and lifestyle factors.
The range of factors that influence a person's health status are known as
A) ethnic or cultural traditions.
B) determinants of health.
C) disparities of health.
D) genetic influences on health.
Holistic wellness involves
A) integrating mind, body, and spirit.
B) taking nutritional supplements daily.
C) combining physical fitness activities with some form of meditation.
D) integrating spiritual and environmental health.
The first step in making health-related behavior change is to
A) review your medical records and schedule a physical examination by a doctor.
B) become aware of aspects of your biology and individual behaviors that are influencing your health.
C) complete a detailed behavior change contract.
D) find a reliable support person or support group.