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  • Explain the link between an individual's education and obesity
    Lack of education around nutrition & physical activity may result in unhealthy lifestyle choices which can lead to obesity
  • What are two benefits of improving health literacy skills of Australians?
    Reduced financial cost on medical treatment; reduced demand on medical system; increase health equity
  • What is the purpose of the Health Belief Model?
    To predict the likelihood of a change in an individual's health behaviour
  • Describe 'perceived barriers' in the context of the Health Belief Model
    An individual's belief about the factors that make it hard for them to change their behaviour
  • What are the three strategies enlisted by the Ottawa Charter to promote health?
    Advocate, Enable, Mediate
  • What is a social norm?
    Unwritten rules that prescribe or guide appropriate social behaviours (e.g. waving to other drivers when they give way)
  • Explain the arbitration process
    Third party makes a decision on behalf of other two parties
  • Identify four socioeconomic determinants of health
    Income;​ Education;​ Family;​ Housing/Neighbourhood;​ Access to Services;​ Employment​; Food security​ Migration/refugee status
  • Describe a health promotion activity that seeks to reduce road deaths
    Speed limits, school zones, Keys4Life, seatbelt laws, random breath tests etc.
  • What is a benefit of the laissez-faire leadership approach?
    Group members can take ownership of actions and develop their skills
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