Behaviors that Impact Physical and Mental Health

Human nutrition and health are inextricably linked because proper nutrition maintains overall health and well-being.

Exercise is bodily activity that can have positive effects on both physical and mental well-being.

Substance abuse, or the habitual, harmful use of drugs, can have detrimental effects on the mind and body.

Managing health requires understanding the influence of psychological factors (such as attitude and mood) and overall quality of life.

The transtheoretical model of behavior change, based on five stages of change, assesses a person's readiness to stop an old, unhealthy behavior and act on a new, healthy behavior.