Chapter 16Exploring Lifetime Wellness Issues

A Wellness Way of LifeNinth EditionRobbins/Powers/Burgess

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Chapter 16 ObjectivesAfter reading this chapter, you will be able to:

1. Identify the four premises on which corporate wellness programs are based and give examples of wellness programs that corporations might offer their employees.

2. Describe three ways parents can foster wellness habits in their children and give two examples of behaviors within each dimension of wellness that parents can develop in a child.

3. List two responsible precautions that you can take to minimize your risk of injury in each of the following situations:

– While driving.

– Walking alone on campus at night.

– Living in an apartment or house.

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Chapter 16 Objectives

4. Describe five responsible precautions you can take to minimize your risk of being attacked, assaulted, or robbed.

5. Identify three trends and describe how they will affect wellness in the future.

6. Identify and describe three future challenges we face in regards to wellness.

7. List six environmental concerns that may affect our wellness.

8. Define quackery and list its six common characteristics

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Prevention Personal responsibility and self-

empowerment are the means for increasing the quality and quantity of life.

Life is full of risks – how will you reduce your risk?

Although personal behaviors contribute to death, behaviors are influenced by the environment, culture, workplace, and government.

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Career Wellness The promotion of wellness programs in the workplace:

– Prevention is preferable to curing.– Teaching people to stay healthy is generally less expensive

than treatment.– Healthy lifestyles offer better quality of life, higher morale,

increased productivity and possibly increased longevity.– Health promotion programs promote a favorable workplace

image. Programs can involve:

– Diagnosis– Education– Behavior modification– Most aim to facilitate behavior change– Should pursue a multidimensional approach (holistic wellness)

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Family Wellness The interacting dynamics of a family unit affect the

spiritual, physical, psychological, and social growth of each member.

Building strong and lasting relationships.– Communication– Compromise– Common values– Likability and respect– Shared responsibilities– Finances– Trust– Space– Sense of humor– Love

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The Well Child Lead by example – if you are well it’s likely your

children will be well. All dimensions of their wellness demand your attention.

Self-responsibility must be modeled! You MUST keep your child active – the best predictor

for their lifetime exercise is your exercise habits. Feed your child healthy foods in the correct portions. Build optimism with your child. Optimism and self-

confidence are the building blocks for wellness. Children should be exposed to wellness concepts

beginning at birth. Keep children in car seats in the back seat of the car. See table 16-1 to develop every aspect of wellness.

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Accidents and Personal Safety

Accidents are leading cause of death for 15-44 year olds. It is the 5th leading cause of death overall.

How can we reduce our risk for accidents? Be aware and live a wellness lifestyle.

Avoid alcohol and drug use!

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Personal Safety Driving Safely

– Stay sober when driving.– Drive the speed limit.– Pay attention and drive

courteously.– Don’t use your cell phone or

other electronics.– Be calm, avoid road rage.– Don’t drive when you are very

sleepy.– Keep your automobile in good

running condition.

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Personal Safety Crime prevention

– Always lock your house and car (even when you are there).– Take extra precautions when leaving home on vacation (leave light

and radio on, secure valuables, inform neighbors).– Park in well-lit spots and walk in well-lit areas.– Never walk alone at night or in unpopulated areas.– Don’t let strangers know when you are home alone.– Look in your car before getting in.– Never hitchhike or pick up hitchhikers.– If you are being harassed, go toward lights and people.– Limit alcohol consumption.– Secure all valuables: don’t flaunt expensive possessions or money.– Look and be confident.– Don’t wear headphones or other devices that might make you

unaware.– Let someone know where you are going and when you will return.

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Distracted drivers cause an estimated 4,000 to 8,000 accidents daily.

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Wellness Trends for the Future Changes in health care

– Shifting from sickness to wellness– Changing medical education– Acceptance of alternative treatments– Rising costs

Aging America– By 2030, over 25% of the U.S. will be over age 65– Result in huge shortfall in resources

The mind-body connection– How emotions, behavior and mental attitude affect the

immune system– Negative mental states depress the immune system– Social support and positive emotions boost the immune

system– Research demonstrates a strong connection between

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Population 65+ years of age in the U.S.

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Wellness Challenges Rising health care costs

– In 1960 health care cost were 5.1% of the economy.– Today they are 17.6% of the economy.– Caused by an increase in technology, chronic disease

treatment, lack of health insurance.– Prevention is the key to decreased costs.

Diversity– Gulf is widening between the haves and the have-nots;

primarily based on education level and income.– Low income is a big risk factor; unfortunately more minorities

are in the low income group.– Wellness resources should be available to all.– What can you do to decrease disparities in wellness?

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Wellness Challenges The environment

– The earth’s ozone layer is decreasing.– Excessive use of paper, plastic, glass, and aluminum contributes

to landfills. Paper made of recycled materials is 10-40% less costly.– Residues of harmful pesticides in air, crops, ground, and water.– Water and air face increasing contamination.– Loud music is associated with hearing loss.– Traffic sounds, aircraft noise and industrial areas contributing to

stress.– Radon gas and asbestos have been linked to cancer.– Exposure to lead is toxic and can be fatal.– What can you do to decrease these environmental problems?

Consumer issues– Consumers are taking a more active role in their own self-care.– More over-the-counter medicines available.– More medical information available.– Can be difficult to discern what is accurate and opens up

opportunities for quackery.

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Quackery The promotion of a misleading and fraudulent health claim that

is unproven. How to recognize quackery

– It sounds too good to be true.– It is quick and painless.– It has a secret, special, exclusive formula.– It is available only through the mail.– It is a scientific breakthrough or miracle cure that has been

overlooked by the medical community.– It uses testimonials or case histories from satisfied customers

as the only proof of effectiveness.– It is a single product effective for a wide variety of ailments.– It uses pseudoscientific language. Examples: detoxifies,

revitalizes immunities, offers enzymatic protection, and so on.– It displays degrees, credentials, or titles from unaccredited or

unknown schools.

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Rx for Action Fasten your seat belt. Lock your room, apartment, or house each time you

leave. Check the battery in your smoke detector. Recycle all used cans, paper, and bottles. Turn off the lights when you leave a room. Turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth and the

shower when soaping up. Think positive thoughts to enhance your immune

system.

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What Do You Think? Have you ever worked for a company that recognized the

importance of wellness? Are you a role model or caretaker for a child? If so, what

could you do to foster their wellness? Do you wear your seatbelt correctly 100% of the time? Do you know how to reduce your risk of injury or assault? What are the trends that will affect wellness in the future? What are the challenges for the future? How can you

make a difference?

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Questions?

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