This document summarizes information from a healthcare center about wellness. It discusses the three aspects of wellness - physical, mental, and social. For physical wellness, it provides tips for making healthy choices stick and reasons to see a nutritionist. It outlines common signs of depression and substance abuse for mental wellness. Finally, it briefly defines social wellness as feeling connected to society, which is important for human interaction and well-being. The document concludes by listing various outpatient healthcare services available.
This document summarizes information from a healthcare center about wellness. It discusses the three aspects of wellness - physical, mental, and social. For physical wellness, it provides tips for making healthy choices stick and reasons to see a nutritionist. It outlines common signs of depression and substance abuse for mental wellness. Finally, it briefly defines social wellness as feeling connected to society, which is important for human interaction and well-being. The document concludes by listing various outpatient healthcare services available.
This document summarizes information from a healthcare center about wellness. It discusses the three aspects of wellness - physical, mental, and social. For physical wellness, it provides tips for making healthy choices stick and reasons to see a nutritionist. It outlines common signs of depression and substance abuse for mental wellness. Finally, it briefly defines social wellness as feeling connected to society, which is important for human interaction and well-being. The document concludes by listing various outpatient healthcare services available.
This document summarizes information from a healthcare center about wellness. It discusses the three aspects of wellness - physical, mental, and social. For physical wellness, it provides tips for making healthy choices stick and reasons to see a nutritionist. It outlines common signs of depression and substance abuse for mental wellness. Finally, it briefly defines social wellness as feeling connected to society, which is important for human interaction and well-being. The document concludes by listing various outpatient healthcare services available.
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KCB WELLNESS 2018
AAR HEALTHCARE OUTPATIENT CENTERS
Definition of Health ‘State of complete physical, mental, and social well being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity’ World Health Organization(WHO) Physical Well Being Have you made healthy choices in the past 3 months? • Taken the stairs instead of the lift? • Walked to a colleagues desk instead of a call or email? • Swopped a soda for water or fresh juice? • Avoided French fries (chips)? • Started an exercise regime; Gym, jogging, Zumba, walking? • Eaten smaller portions? • Other? Physical Well Being How to make healthy choices stick:
Set realistic expectations
Have specific reasons why Keep unhealthy food out of reach One step at a time, not ‘all or nothing’ Be patient, change takes time Some diet fads are confusing and misleading Track and monitor progress Diet and exercise go together Get a partner Physical Well Being Why you should see a nutritionist:
o You’ve tried every diet but no
change o You are doing everything right but no weight change o You think you might be gluten or dairy intolerant o You’ve ever been told you have high cholesterol o Your BMI is high o You life is too busy to have a healthy diet o You want to start a family (get pregnant) Physical Well Being Do wellness checks regularly
To detect illness early; early
detection means early treatment and better chances of cure To have peace of mind regarding your health To monitor health progress e.g. if last time you had high cholesterol, it is important to know whether it’s better or worse To determine which areas of your health to focus on Mental Well Being Mental health includes emotional, psychological and social well being
• Affects how we think, feel,
act • Affects how we relate with others • Affects how we make choices • Affects how we handle stress Mental Well Being • 1 in 10 people suffer from mental disorder
• The most common
types of mental disorders in Kenya: • Depression • Substance abuse • Stress • Anxiety Disorders (Ndetei et al 2008) Mental Well Being Signs that you could be depressed
Persistent sad or empty feelings
Feeling of guilt or worthlessness Difficulty concentrating Loss of pleasure in your favorite things including intimacy Lack of sleep- insomnia Too much sleep Irritability Aches and Pains that don’t get better even with treatment These signs are usually persistent and overwhelming Suicidal thoughts Mental Well Being Signs of substance abuse in the workplace
• Poor job performance that attracts
attention of supervisors and colleagues • Violations of company policy • Serious mistakes at work due to poor judgement, lack of concentration or slacking • Social withdrawal or excessively friendly • Overreaction to real or imagined criticism • Unexplained deterioration in appearance and hygiene Mental Well Being Early detection of the addiction is key Early intervention Use facts to explain why you are concerned e.g. You’ve been coming late every day this week Use facts to explain the consequence of the abuse e.g. we lost this account because you did not present the proposal on time Talk to your supervisor about your suspicion Organize for professional help Don’t feel responsible/guilty for what is happening Social well being
• This is the extent of the
feeling of belonging and connection to the society
• Humans are social beings
therefore human interactions are important Talk.Touch.Tim for us to thrive mentally and psychologically e General Practitioners | Pediatricians | Gynecologists | Orthopedic surgeons| Dermatologists| Counselling | Laboratories | Pharmacies | Nursing | X-ray | Ultrasound | Vaccines | Physiotherapy | Minor surgeries | Dentists | First Aid training | First Aid Kits | Emergency Rescue Thank You
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