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Below is a concise “six‑pillars” health assessment model based on commonly used wellness frameworks (notably Bill Hettler’s Six Dimensions of Wellness). For each pillar I give (1) a short definition, (2) what to assess (key questions/metrics), and (3) example sources/references.
1) Physical health
- Definition: Body functioning and the ability to carry out activities of daily living, including fitness, nutrition, sleep, chronic disease status, and absence/management of illness.
- Assessment focus: vitals (BP, HR, BMI), physical activity level, sleep quality, nutrition habits, medication adherence, chronic conditions, pain, substance use.
- Example measures/questions: days/week of moderate exercise; PSQI sleep score; number of falls in past year; current medications.
- References: WHO definition of health; WHO physical activity guidelines.
- WHO Constitution (definition of health): https://www.who.int/about/governance/constitution
- WHO: Physical activity guidelines: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity
2) Emotional / Mental health
- Definition: Emotional well‑being, resilience, ability to manage stress, and presence/absence of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, etc.).
- Assessment focus: mood, anxiety, stressors, coping strategies, history of mental illness, suicidal ideation, substance use, screening tools (PHQ‑9, GAD‑7).
- Example measures/questions: PHQ‑9 score; recent changes in mood; sleep/appetite changes; ability to manage daily stress.
- References:
- WHO — Mental health fact sheet: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-strengthening-our-response
- PHQ‑9 and GAD‑7 screening guidance (primary care toolkits).
3) Social health / Relationships
- Definition: Quality and quantity of social interactions and support, family and community connections, and social role functioning.
- Assessment focus: social support network, living situation, isolation/loneliness, family dynamics, caregiving responsibilities, social participation.
- Example measures/questions: frequency of contact with friends/family; UCLA Loneliness Scale; perceived social support.
- References:
- CDC — Social Determinants of Health overview: https://www.cdc.gov/socialdeterminants/index.htm
- Research on social support and health outcomes (many reviews summarized at CDC/WHO).
4) Intellectual / Cognitive health
- Definition: Ability to learn, think critically, maintain cognitive functioning, and engage in mentally stimulating activities.
- Assessment focus: memory, attention, problem‑solving, educational/occupational engagement, hobbies, screening for cognitive impairment (MMSE, MoCA).
- Example measures/questions: MoCA/MMSE; frequency of mentally stimulating activities; recent memory or orientation changes.
- References:
- National Institute on Aging — Cognitive health: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/cognitive-health
- Cognitive screening tools (MoCA, MMSE) guidance.
5) Occupational / Vocational health
- Definition: Satisfaction and balance related to work, study, or meaningful daily activities; safety and economic stability associated with employment.
- Assessment focus: job satisfaction, work stress, work hours, occupational hazards, income security, work–life balance, vocational goals.
- Example measures/questions: perceived job stress; days missed from work; exposure to workplace hazards; satisfaction with current role.
- References:
- WHO — Occupational health overview: https://www.who.int/health-topics/occupational-health
- NIOSH resources on work stress and safety: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/
6) Spiritual / Values / Purpose
- Definition: Sense of meaning, purpose, values, and (for many) religious or spiritual beliefs that influence coping and life choices.
- Assessment focus: sources of meaning, religious/spiritual practices (if relevant), existential distress, alignment of actions with values, spiritual resources for coping.
- Example measures/questions: “Do you have sources of meaning or purpose?”; spiritual distress screening; use of faith/spiritual community for support.
- References:
- National Wellness Institute — Six Dimensions of Wellness (Hettler): https://www.nationalwellness.org/page/Six_Dimensions
- Literature on spirituality and health (e.g., Puchalski et al. on integrating spiritual care in healthcare): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24627839/
Suggested use
- For an assessment, ask brief screening questions in each pillar, use validated instruments where available (PHQ‑9, GAD‑7, MoCA, PSQI), and follow up positives with detailed evaluation or referral.
- This six‑pillar model is a practical way to capture whole‑person health beyond medical symptoms and can be adapted for clinical, community, or workplace assessments.
If you want, I can:
- Draft a one‑page printable assessment tool with sample screening questions for each pillar, or
- Provide a reference list in APA format or with more academic citations. Which would you prefer?
1) Physical health
- Definition: Body functioning and the ability to carry out activities of daily living, including fitness, nutrition, sleep, chronic disease status, and absence/management of illness.
- Assessment focus: vitals (BP, HR, BMI), physical activity level, sleep quality, nutrition habits, medication adherence, chronic conditions, pain, substance use.
- Example measures/questions: days/week of moderate exercise; PSQI sleep score; number of falls in past year; current medications.
- References: WHO definition of health; WHO physical activity guidelines.
- WHO Constitution (definition of health): https://www.who.int/about/governance/constitution
- WHO: Physical activity guidelines: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity
2) Emotional / Mental health
- Definition: Emotional well‑being, resilience, ability to manage stress, and presence/absence of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, etc.).
- Assessment focus: mood, anxiety, stressors, coping strategies, history of mental illness, suicidal ideation, substance use, screening tools (PHQ‑9, GAD‑7).
- Example measures/questions: PHQ‑9 score; recent changes in mood; sleep/appetite changes; ability to manage daily stress.
- References:
- WHO — Mental health fact sheet: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-strengthening-our-response
- PHQ‑9 and GAD‑7 screening guidance (primary care toolkits).
3) Social health / Relationships
- Definition: Quality and quantity of social interactions and support, family and community connections, and social role functioning.
- Assessment focus: social support network, living situation, isolation/loneliness, family dynamics, caregiving responsibilities, social participation.
- Example measures/questions: frequency of contact with friends/family; UCLA Loneliness Scale; perceived social support.
- References:
- CDC — Social Determinants of Health overview: https://www.cdc.gov/socialdeterminants/index.htm
- Research on social support and health outcomes (many reviews summarized at CDC/WHO).
4) Intellectual / Cognitive health
- Definition: Ability to learn, think critically, maintain cognitive functioning, and engage in mentally stimulating activities.
- Assessment focus: memory, attention, problem‑solving, educational/occupational engagement, hobbies, screening for cognitive impairment (MMSE, MoCA).
- Example measures/questions: MoCA/MMSE; frequency of mentally stimulating activities; recent memory or orientation changes.
- References:
- National Institute on Aging — Cognitive health: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/cognitive-health
- Cognitive screening tools (MoCA, MMSE) guidance.
5) Occupational / Vocational health
- Definition: Satisfaction and balance related to work, study, or meaningful daily activities; safety and economic stability associated with employment.
- Assessment focus: job satisfaction, work stress, work hours, occupational hazards, income security, work–life balance, vocational goals.
- Example measures/questions: perceived job stress; days missed from work; exposure to workplace hazards; satisfaction with current role.
- References:
- WHO — Occupational health overview: https://www.who.int/health-topics/occupational-health
- NIOSH resources on work stress and safety: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/
6) Spiritual / Values / Purpose
- Definition: Sense of meaning, purpose, values, and (for many) religious or spiritual beliefs that influence coping and life choices.
- Assessment focus: sources of meaning, religious/spiritual practices (if relevant), existential distress, alignment of actions with values, spiritual resources for coping.
- Example measures/questions: “Do you have sources of meaning or purpose?”; spiritual distress screening; use of faith/spiritual community for support.
- References:
- National Wellness Institute — Six Dimensions of Wellness (Hettler): https://www.nationalwellness.org/page/Six_Dimensions
- Literature on spirituality and health (e.g., Puchalski et al. on integrating spiritual care in healthcare): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24627839/
Suggested use
- For an assessment, ask brief screening questions in each pillar, use validated instruments where available (PHQ‑9, GAD‑7, MoCA, PSQI), and follow up positives with detailed evaluation or referral.
- This six‑pillar model is a practical way to capture whole‑person health beyond medical symptoms and can be adapted for clinical, community, or workplace assessments.
If you want, I can:
- Draft a one‑page printable assessment tool with sample screening questions for each pillar, or
- Provide a reference list in APA format or with more academic citations. Which would you prefer?
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