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Health Psychology

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Psychology

Complete topic list for Health Psychology in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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4 Topics · Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology

Topics in Health Psychology

1

Concept of Health and Well-being

  • Health is not just the absence of disease but a state of complete physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
  • Modern life brings stress from various sources like family, work, and environment.
  • Stress is a major threat to health and is often called the 'silent killer'.
2

Indian Perspective of Health

  • In Indian thought, 'Swasth' means 'being in oneself' — a balanced and self-centered state.
  • Ayurveda emphasizes balance (Sama) in body, mind, and spirit for good health.
  • Health is seen as harmony between individual and nature.
3

Determinants of Health

  • Five main factors affect health: social environment, physical environment, health services, biology/genetics, and human behavior.
  • Social and economic conditions like income, education, and housing play a big role in health.
  • Access to clean water, safe housing, and medical care are key environmental factors.
4

Health Risks and Protective Factors

  • Risk factors increase the chance of illness — e.g., smoking, poor diet, alcohol, unsafe sex.
  • Protective factors reduce health risks — e.g., regular exercise, balanced diet, positive emotions.
  • Obesity is a major risk factor linked to diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Health and Well-being

Indian Perspective of HealthDeterminants of HealthHealth Risks and Protective FactorsHealth Promoting BehavioursModels of Health BehaviourLegislation and Health PromotionThreats to HealthInterventions for Well-being

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Health Psychology for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology?
Health Psychology covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Health Psychology — Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 44 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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