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Word _________ comes from Greek and literally means “the love of wisdom” or “the love of learning
statement summarizing the attitudes, principle, beliefs, values, and concepts held by an individual or group Philosophy is often reflected in the way people act, slogan’s of corporations, mission statements of organizations |
philosophy
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literally the love of opinion; letting opinion define reality
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Philodoxy
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The answer is both simple and complex
Helps form the basis for reality; how we see the world One’s philosophy needs to be synchronous in all aspects of life Helps to determine how one lives, works, plays, & generally approaches life. Key factor in choice of occupation, spouse, religion, & friends |
Why does one need a Philosophy
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health has physical, emotional, spiritual, & social components; all of equal importance
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Philosophy of symmetry
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a man [sic] is essentially a unified integrated organism” (Oberteufer, 1953, p.105)
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Holostic Philosophy
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promotes the basic premise of the worth of human life and the ability of individuals to achieve…self fulfillment” (Bedworth & Bedworth, 1992, p. 5)
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Humanism
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always a positive quality (as opposed to illness being negative) is visualized as the integration of the spiritual, intellectual, physical, emotional, environmental, & social dimensions of health to form a whole “healthy person
In contrast, Balog (2005) believes that health must by nature be seen solely as a physical state; he cautions about confusing “good life” with “good health |
Wellness
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Loren Bensley – “…the development of individual potential through decision making and action.”
Joyce Fetro – “…an ‘ongoing process’…this implies continuous movement” Marian Hamburg – “unexpected opportunities appear,” “mentorship,” “cooperation,” & “networking” John Seffrin – “…enabling of individuals to achieve a level of personal freedom…” |
Leading Philosphical viewpoints
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Answer in reference to self
What is important? What is most valued? What ideals are held? Note: to answer these questions consider- Personal values & beliefs What health means to you Attributes of people you admire & trust Results of studies & meaningful readings Outcomes you would like to see from health education Identify ways the answers to the questions above influence the way you believe & act Begin to draft your philosophy Your philosophy should reflect & identify those factors, principles, ideals, & influences that help shape reality for you. Remember A philosophy results from the sum of knowledge, experience, & principles A philosophy is a reflection of one’s perspective Don’t be too limiting Is your philosophy consistent with being a health educator? |
Developing a philosophy
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Focuses on modifying unhealthy habits
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Behavior change philosophy
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Focuses on the acquisition of content & factual information
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Cognitive-based philosophy
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emphasizes critical thinking and lifelong learning
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Decision-making philosophy
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focuses on freeing people to make best health decision for them based on their needs and interests– not necessarily for society
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Freeing/functioning philosophy
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emphasizes creating social, economic, & political change that benefits health of individuals & groups
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Social change philosophy
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focuses on an adapting approach that is appropriate for setting
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Eclectic philosophy
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An overriding goal of any health intervention is the betterment of health for the person or the group involved
A health educator’s philosophy will impact the approach he/she takes to a job Which of the six predominant health education philosophies best aligns with what you consider to be the work of a health educator |
Impacting the Delivery of Health Education
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