Explain the Concept of Wellness

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Essay

Explain the concept of wellness. What are four elements of wellness that are believed to lead to the highest level of life satisfaction?

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, a critical vital sign that reflects the heart's function and the arterial blood vessels' condition.

ACTH

Adrenocorticotropic hormone, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland to stimulate the adrenal glands to release cortisol.

Growth Hormone

A protein-based hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration in humans and other animals.

Dwarfism

A condition characterized by short stature, often resulting from genetic or medical conditions affecting bone growth.