Home Economics - Health and Wellbeing

This is the state of being comfortable, healthy and happy

It is about taking care of yourself, having a sense of purpose and belonging to a wider community

• Get rest and sleep
• Regular exercise
• Take care of your mental health
• A hygienic home
• Good personal hygiene
• Not abusing alcohol or drugs
• Not smoking
• A balanced diet

Supports growth and development

Helps the brain to work well

Improves learning and problem solving

Good for physical and mental health

Reduces the risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes

Makes sure your body gets all the nutrients it needs to work well

Makes it easier for a person to concentrate

• Reduce stress
• Increase fitness
• Relieve boredom
• Keep your brain active
• Learn something new
• Makes more friends

This is when someone is experiencing a lot of pressure and tension

• Schoolwork and exams
• Peer pressure
• Bullying
• Conflict at home
• Relationships

Talking to a friend or someone you can trust

Being organised and prepared

Taking complete breaks from the stressful situations

Taking exercise

Have a bath or shower every day

Change your underwear and socks every day

Wash your hands frequently during the day

Wash your hair regularly

Brush your teeth every morning and night

Brush your teeth thoroughly every day using a fluoride toothpaste

Use a good quality toothbrush and dental floss

Visit dentist regularly

Do not eat much sweet foods and drinks

Eat foods rich in calcium and Vitamin D such as milk and cheese to help strengthen the teeth

Drink plenty of water

Do not eat foods high in fat and sugar

Exercise

Eat foods high in protein, vitamins and minerals

Do not stay out in the sun for ling

Get enough sleep

Do not smoke or drink alcohol

Wear a sunhat to protect your head and face

Use a high factor sunscreen and reapply it regularly

Avoid sunbathing for long periods

Stay out of the midday sun

Cancer of the lungs and throat

Smoker's cough

Heart disease

Bronchitis

Absent from work because of health problems

Signs of ageing

Difficulty staying fit

Taste and smell are affected

Family unhappiness

Family breakdown

Financial problems

Physical abuse of the spouse and children

Negative example set for children

Increase in crime rate

Increase in number of road accidents and deaths

Greater absenteeism from work and increased job losses

Cost to the state in treating alcohol-related illnesses

Addiction

Absenteeism

Health problems

Increased crime

Family hardship

Medical costs

Death

AIDS