Here are the answers to the questions based on the provided context:
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The way in which your emotions affect your physical and overall health is part of:
- the mind-body connection.
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To make healthy choices, you must learn to ________ risks.
- evaluate.
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Which of these items is not an example of culture?
- an action plan.
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When you gain awareness, knowledge, and build health skills, you are increasing your:
- health literacy.
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You wash your hands regularly and always before you eat. This is an example of:
- practicing healthful behaviors.
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Getting enough sleep and exercising regularly are two behaviors that would move you toward which area of the health continuum?
- wellness.
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Which part of the health triangle includes sharing feelings with others?
- social.
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When you create specific steps to take toward reaching a goal, you are developing:
- an action plan.
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Wearing a helmet to avoid possible head injury is an example of:
- prevention.
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Which of these is an example of a hereditary risk factor?
- having fair skin that is prone to sunburn.
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A(n) __________ is anything that increases the chances of an unhealthy outcome.
- risk factor.
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The quality of air you breathe and the water you drink is part of your:
- physical environment.
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A person who engages in healthy habits and minimizes health risks will likely increase his or her:
- life expectancy.
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Developing diabetes after years of eating a steady diet of fast food is an example of:
- a long-term consequence.
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Which of these are good ways to evaluate health risks? (Select all that apply)
- consider the consequences
- weigh the benefits vs risks
These responses should help you understand key concepts related to health and wellness.