This document provides an overview of health and wellness. It defines health as a combination of physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being. Wellness is described as an overall state of balance among these three components. Key aspects of each component are outlined, including maintaining physical health through nutrition, sleep, activity and hygiene; cultivating mental/emotional health by developing a sense of purpose and coping skills; and nurturing social health through relationships. Health and wellness exist on a continuum, and lifestyle factors like abstaining from risky behaviors and prevention methods can influence a person's position on this spectrum.

1. Chapter 1: Understanding Health and Wellness Lesson 1—Your Total Health