PSY 383 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, Relapse Prevention, Fall Prevention

• School: University of Arizona
• Department: Psychology Main
• Course: PSY 383
• Professor: O' Connor

Document Summary

Aids in maintain mental and physical health. Aerobic exercises: marked by high intensity, long duration, and the need for endurance. Effects of regular exercise on psychological health: improves mood and general well-being, improves sense of self-efficacy, improves cognitive functioning, has economic benefits. Characteristics that aid exercising: convenient and easily accessible, less crowd, safe places, improved environmental options, social support, developing a regular exercise program. Most common cause of death and disability among children under age 5. Precautionary measures to be adopted: install safety catches and gates in the home, places poisons out of reach, teach children safety skills, provide training and parenting classes to parents. Fall-related accidents common cause of death and injuries in older adults. Strategies to reduce accidents: dietary and medication intervention, physical activity training, better lighting, nonslip bath mats, shower grab bars, and hand rails in homes, fall prevention programs. Preventive measures: social engineering solutions, psychological interventions.