ASSESS YOURSELF………………………………………………………………………

 

How Healthy Are You?

 

Although many of us recognize the importance of healthy behaviors, we are often negligent in maintaining a health regimen.  Rate your health status in each of the following dimensions by circling the number that best describes you.

 

Very Unhealthy           Somewhat Unhealthy         Somewhat healthy           very Healthy

Physical Health                  1                                          2                                           3                                           4

Social Health                     1                                          2                                           3                                           4

Emotional Health                              1                                          2                                           3                                           4

Spiritual Health                  1                                          2                                           3                                           4

Intellectual Health             1                                          2                                           3                                           4

 

After completing the above section, how healthy do you think you are?  Which area(s), if any, should you work on improving?  Now answer the following set of questions regarding each dimension of health, indicate how often you think the statements describe you.

 

 

PHYSICAL HEALTH

Rarely, If Ever         Sometimes      Most of the time                 Always                                                                                                     _______________________________________________________________

  1. I maintain desirable weight.                1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I engage in vigorous exercises such as a brisk walking, jogging,

and swimming or running for at least 30 minutes per day,

3-4 per week.                                                                                           1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I do exercises designed to strengthen my muscles & joints.                1                            2                              3                            4
  2. I warm up and cool down by stretching before and after

vigorous exercise.                                                                                   1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I feel good about the condition of my body. 1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I get 7-8 hours of sleep each night. 1                            2                            3                            4
  3. My immune system is strong and I am able to avoid most

infectious diseases.                                                                                 1                            2                            3                            4

  1. My body heals itself quickly when I get sick or injured 1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I have lots of energy and can get through the day without being

overly tired.                                                                                             1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I listen to my body; when there is something wrong, I seek

professional advice                                                                              1                            2                            3                            4

 

 

SOCIAL HEALTH

Rarely, If Ever         Sometimes      Most of the Time        Always

_______________________________________________________________________

  1. When I meet people, I feel good about the impression I make

on them.                                                                                                   1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I am open, honest, and get along well with other people.                1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I participate in a wide variety of social activities and enjoy being

with people who are different than me.                                               1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I try to be a “better person” and work on behaviors that have caused

problems in my interactions with others.                                                           1                            2                              3                            4

  1. I get along well with the members of my family.                1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I am a good listener.                                              1                            2                            3                            4
  3. I am open and accessible to a loving and responsible relationship. 1                            2                              3                            4
  4. I have someone I can talk to about my private feelings. 1                            2                            3                            4
  5. I consider the feeling of others and do not act in hurtful or

selfish ways.                                                                                            1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I consider how what I say might be perceived by others before

I speak.                                                                                                     1                            2                            3                            4

 

 

 

EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Rarely, If Ever          Sometimes     Most of the Time       Always

______________________________________________________________________  1.  I find it easy to laugh about things that happen in my life                              1                            2                              3                            4

  1. I avoid using alcohol as a means of helping me forget my problems. 1                            2                              3                            4
  2. I can express my feelings without feeling silly. 1                            2                            3                            4
  3. When I am angry, I try to let others know in no confrontational

and nonhurtful ways.                                                                              1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I am not a chronic worrier and do not tend to be suspicious

of others.                                                                                                  1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I recognize when I am stressed and take steps to relax through

exercise, quiet time, or other activities.                                              1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I feel good about myself and believe others like me for who I am. 1 2                            3                            4
  2. When I am upset, I talk to others and actively try to work through

my problems.                                                                                           1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I am flexible and adapt or adjust to change in a positive way. 1                            2                            3                            4
  2. My friends regard me as a stable, emotionally well adjusted

person.                                                                                                    1                            2                            3                            4

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 

 

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

 

Rarely, If Ever        Sometimes       Most of the Time        Always

______________________________________________________________________

  1. I am concerned about environmental pollution and actively

try to preserve and protect natural resources.                                    1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I report people who intentionally hurt the environment. 1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I recycle my garbage.                1                            2                            3                            4
  3. I reuse plastic and paper bags and tin foil                               1                            2                              3                            4
  4. I vote for pro-environment candidates in elections. 1                            2                              3                            4
  5. I write my elected leaders about environmental concerns. 1                            2                              3                            4
  6. I consider the amount of packaging covering a product when I

buy groceries.                                                                                                         1                            2                              3                            4

  1. I try to buy products that are recyclable.                1                            2                              3                            4
  2. I use both sides of the paper when taking class notes

or doing assignments.                                                                             1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I try not to leave the faucet running when I brush my teeth,

shave, or bathe.                                                                                     1                            2                            3                            4

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 

SPIRITUAL HEALTH

Rarely, If Ever        Sometimes       Most of the Time        Always

________________________________________________________________________

  1. I believe life is a precious gift that should be nurtured.                1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I take time to enjoy nature and the beauty around me.                1                            2                            3                            4
  3. I take time alone to think about what’s important in life-who I am,

what I value, where I fit in, and where I’m going.                                             1                            2                              3                            4

  1. I have faith in a greater power, be it a God-like force, nature,

or the connectedness of all living things.                                                           1                            2                              3                            4

  1. I engage in acts of caring and good will without expecting something

in return.                                                                                                   1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I feel sorrow for those who are suffering and try to help them

through difficult times.                                                                                         1                            2                              3                            4

  1. I feel confident that I have touched the lives of others in a positive

way.                                                                                                           1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I work for peace in my interpersonal relationships, in my community,

and in the world at large.                                                                       1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I am content with who I am.                1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I go for the gusto and experience life to the fullest.                1                            2                            3                            4

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 

INTELLECTUAL HEALTH

Rarely, If Ever         Sometimes      Most of the Time                 Always

________________________________________________________________________

  1. I think about consequences before I act.                1                            2                              3                            4
  2. I learn from my mistakes and try to act differently the next time. 1                            2                            3                            4
  3. I follow directions or recommended guidelines and act in ways likely

to keep myself and others safe.                                                            1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I consider the alternatives before making decisions.                1                            2                            3                            4
  2. I am alert and ready to respond to life’s challenges in ways that

reflect thought and sound judgment.                                                   1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I tend not to let my emotions get the better of me and I don’t act without

thinking.                                                                                                   1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I actively learn all I can about products and services before

making decisions.                                                                                   1                            2                            3                            4

  1. I manage my time well rather than let time manage me.                1                            2                            3                            4
  2. My friends and family trust my judgment.                1                            2                            3                            4
  3. I think about my self-talk (the things I tell myself) and then examine

the evidence to see if my perceptions and feelings are sound.      1                            2                            3                            4

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 

PERSONAL CHECLIST

 

Now, total your scores in each of the health dimensions and compare your score with how you rated yourself in the first part of it to the ideal score.  Which areas do you need to work on?  How does

 

Ideal Score                         Your Score

Physical Health                                       40                                  _________

Social Health                                           40                                  _________

Emotional Health                                                   40                                  _________

Environmental Health                            40                                  _________

Spiritual Health                                       40                                  _________

Intellectual Health                                  40                                  _________

 

WHAT YOUR SCORES MEAN

Scores of 35-40:  Outstanding!  Your answers show that you are aware of the importance of this area to your health.  Most important, you are putting your knowledge to work for your health.  More important, you are putting your knowledge to work for you by practicing good health habits.  As long as you continue to do so this area should not pose a serious health risk.  It’s likely that you are setting an example for your family and friends to follow.  Although you received a very high score on this part of the test, you may want to consider areas where your scores could be improved.

Scores of 30-35:  Your health practices in this area are good, but there is room for improvement.  Look again at the items you answered that scored one or two points.  What changes could you make to improve you score?  Even a small change in behavior can often help you achieve better health.

Scores of 20-30:  Your health risks are showing!  Find information about the risks you are facing and why it is important to change these behaviors.  Perhaps you need help in deciding how to make the changes you desire.  Assistance is available in this course, from your professor, and from student health services at your school.

Scores below 20:  You may be taking serious and unnecessary risks with your health.  Perhaps you are not aware of the risks and what to do about them.  In this class we can help you find the information you need to help you improve your scores and your health.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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