Health education is a discipline that’s focused on educating individuals about their health. However, health education doesn’t only take place within academic medical settings. There is plenty of non-fiction literature available in this regard.
Here are some of the major components of health education:
Physical health
When we say health, the idea is usually synonymous with physical health. Good physical health is often described as the absence of any kind of pain, disability, infection, or disease. If you’re able to perform your everyday activities without any physical discomfort or restriction, you’re said to have good physical health.
Physical health education primarily comprises awareness related to causes, symptoms, and treatment options for various ailments, infections, and physical disabilities. Physical health education is also largely focused on taking the right kind of preventative measures o stay healthy and active for the rest of your lives.
Mental and psychological health
Mental health is supremely important. However, it’s become a lot more important to focus on mental health education, especially during the pandemic. The coronavirus has had a difficult toll on our mental health ever since it came to the fore. There is an increasing need to understand the need for better mental health and play our part in making it easy for those around us. This is the only way we can help America flatten the curve.
Mental health education starts by understanding the symptom of distress. It’s not always easy to tell that someone is struggling on the mental health front. People are not always open to the idea of sharing what they’re going through. The more you’re aware, the easier it is for you to be empathetic and maintain healthy relationships with those around you.
Social health
Your ability to keep up with the social environment around you comes from your social health. Your social health also enables you to make acceptable social interactions with people around you. This not only helps you fulfill your social role but also maintains healthy interpersonal relations with those who matter.
The healthier you are, the easier it is for you to take part in community life. Social health education includes helping individuals control and improves their health in a way that allows them to be more socially active and involved.
Andy Lazris is a celebrated primary healthcare provider who is also a published author of a wide range of medical fiction and non-fiction books. Take a look!