concept

physical health

Also known as: physical well-being

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The Long-Term Perceived Effect of Childhood Trauma on Youth's ... rsisinternational.org Damilola A. OSEKITA, Emmanuel Temitope BANKOLE, Oluwakemisola A. Azeez · RSIS International 6 facts

referenceReker and Wong (1984) developed the Perceived Well-Being Scale (PWB) to measure psychological and physical well-being in the elderly.

claimEmotional well-being is correlated with physical health, as physiological correlates of mental well-being—specifically positive affect and positive emotions—are central to physical health.

claimMental and physical well-being are of equal importance in the overall concept of health.

referenceZarse et al. (2019) suggest that physical wellbeing is either maintained independently of childhood trauma, or the effect of trauma on physical health manifests later in life rather than during youth.

claimPhysical well-being is defined as the ability to perform physical activities and carry out social roles without being hindered by physical limitations or bodily pain, alongside biological health indicators.

claimPhysical well-being involves maintaining a healthy quality of life that allows individuals to perform daily activities without undue fatigue or physical stress, recognizing that daily habits and behaviors significantly impact overall health.

Stress, Lifestyle, and Health – Introduction to Psychology open.maricopa.edu Maricopa Open Digital Press 2 facts

claimExtensive research conducted over the last 10-15 years has examined the importance of positive psychological attributes in physical well-being.

claimExercise, including both aerobic and anaerobic forms, provides benefits for both physical and mental health according to Everly and Lating (2002).

Sleep Deprivation and Deficiency - How Sleep Affects Your Health nhlbi.nih.gov National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Jun 15, 2022 2 facts

claimGetting enough quality sleep at the right times helps protect mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety.

claimDuring sleep, the body works to support healthy brain function and physical health, and in children and teens, sleep supports growth and development.

Stress, Lifestyle, and Health – Psychology 2e OpenStax pressbooks.cuny.edu CUNY Pressbooks 2 facts

referencePerceptions of personal control are associated with favorable outcomes such as better physical and mental health and greater psychological well-being, according to research by Diehl and Hay (2010).

claimPerceived control over stressors is associated with greater physical and mental well-being and significantly impacts an individual's reaction to stress.

Psychedelics, Sociality, and Human Evolution frontiersin.org Frontiers 2 facts

claimLifetime psychedelic use is associated with markers of physical health, including self-reported overall health, body mass index, and the incidence of heart conditions or cancer in the past 12 months.

claimThere is an association between lifetime classic psychedelic use and markers of physical health.

Sleep Across the Lifespan: A Neurobehavioral Perspective link.springer.com Springer Feb 5, 2025 2 facts

claimJob stress, caused by high workloads, extended hours, or workplace conflicts, exacerbates presenteeism by negatively impacting an employee's psychological and physical well-being.

referenceNemeskal CS, Watrous J, Raine L, and Hillman C studied the relationship between sleep and cognitive and physical health in a 2021 article published in the International Journal of Health Sciences and Research.

Environmental factors and mental health | Research Starters - EBSCO ebsco.com EBSCO 1 fact

claimIf stress becomes a severe irritant due to chronic exposure and a failure to adapt, both physical and mental health may suffer.

10 Effects of Long-Term Sleep Deprivation sleephealthsolutionsohio.com Sleep Health Solutions Aug 20, 2025 1 fact

claimLong-term sleep deprivation can negatively affect an individual's emotional state and physical health.

The Importance of Play for Children - National Institute for Play nifplay.org National Institute for Play 1 fact

claimPhysical play, including activities like running, climbing, and jumping, is essential for developing gross and fine motor skills and promoting physical health.

The Role Of Traditional Foods In Native Elder Health icaa.cc International Council on Active Aging 1 fact

claimThe medicine wheel of Native communities encompasses mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical health, emphasizing the importance of balance in overall well-being.

5.16: The Role of Tax Policy - Social Sci LibreTexts socialsci.libretexts.org LibreTexts Jul 30, 2024 1 fact

claimAmong industrial nations, higher degrees of economic inequality are associated with worse physical and mental health, lower life expectancy, and higher rates of violent crime.

Modern Diet and its Impact on Human Health - Longdom Publishing longdom.org Longdom Publishing 1 fact

claimHealth is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, rather than just the absence of disease or physical fitness.

Benefits of Sleep: Improved Energy, Mood, and Brain Health sleepfoundation.org Sleep Foundation Jul 22, 2025 1 fact

claimGetting enough quality sleep is essential for both mental and physical health.

The Western Diet and Its Impact on Modern Health: What Patients ... diagnosticdetectives.com Diagnostic Detectives 1 fact

claimWhile the Western diet is commonly recognized as a factor in physical health conditions, there is less evidence regarding its relationship to psychological health.

Stress Management: Meditation, Relaxation, Health Benefits my.clevelandclinic.org Cleveland Clinic Apr 27, 2021 1 fact

claimThe Cleveland Clinic asserts that mental well-being is as important as physical well-being.

Stress: Its Negative Impact on Your Mental & Physical Health cwcare.net CW Care Jun 7, 2023 1 fact

claimEffective stress management is a component of optimizing physical health, mental health, and overall well-being.

Global overview of dietary outcomes and dietary intake assessment ... link.springer.com Springer Aug 21, 2021 1 fact

referenceA 2018 qualitative study by Baygi et al. identified physical health-threatening factors for Iranian seafarers working on ocean-going tankers, published in International Maritime Health.

Associations between dietary diversity and self-rated health in a ... link.springer.com Springer Feb 28, 2025 1 fact

referenceSuleman, Sibghatullah, and Azam (2021) extended the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) to examine the relationship between religiosity, halal food consumption, and physical well-being, published in Cogent Business & Management.

How Much Sleep Do You Need? - Sleep Foundation sleepfoundation.org Sleep Foundation Jul 11, 2025 1 fact

claimDisrupted sleep is linked to symptoms of sleep deprivation, including impaired memory and poor mood, and may increase long-term risks of various mental and physical health problems.

Stress: What It Is, Symptoms, Management & Prevention my.clevelandclinic.org Cleveland Clinic May 15, 2024 1 fact

claimMental well-being is as important as physical well-being.

Why Is Sleep Important for Our Mental and Physical Health? insightspsychology.org Insights Psychology Oct 29, 2024 1 fact

perspectiveInsights Psychology advocates for sleep as a primary tool for holistic wellness and mental and physical health maintenance.

Therapy for Stress Management: Top 5 Powerful Benefits claritytherapynyc.com Clarity Therapy NYC 1 fact

claimClarity Therapy NYC clinicians specialize in helping clients recognize the interconnections between stress and physical health and develop integrated approaches to manage stress.

Sleep Deprivation: Symptoms, Causes, Effects, and Treatment sleepfoundation.org Sleep Foundation Sep 10, 2025 1 fact

claimChronic sleep deprivation is a condition that negatively impacts physical and mental health, often without the individual realizing it.