| Aspect | Health | Wellness |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Refers to the state of being free from | Encompasses a broader concept of |
| illness or injury, both physically and | overall well-being, including physical, | |
| mentally. It is often considered the | mental, emotional, social, and spiritual | |
| absence of disease or infirmity. | aspects of health. | |
| Focus | Primarily focuses on physical and mental | Takes a holistic approach, addressing a |
| well-being, with an emphasis on disease | person's overall quality of life, | |
| prevention and treatment. | happiness, and life satisfaction. | |
| Components | Comprises physical health, mental health, | Includes various dimensions, such as |
| and lifestyle choices, including exercise, | physical, emotional, intellectual, | |
| nutrition, and healthcare. | social, environmental, and spiritual well-being. | |
| Perspective | Often viewed as a state or condition that | Seen as a dynamic process, emphasizing |
| can be measured objectively, such as | personal growth, self-awareness, and | |
| vital signs and medical tests. | continuous self-improvement. | |
| Disease Prevention | Primarily concerned with preventing and | Emphasizes preventing illnesses and |
| and Treatment | treating diseases and health conditions. | conditions through a balanced and |
| healthy lifestyle. | ||
| Holistic Approach | Tends to focus on specific aspects of | Takes into account the interconnection |
| health, such as physical fitness or mental | of various dimensions, recognizing that | |
| well-being, without considering their | one aspect can impact others. | |
| Lifestyle Choices | Encourages healthy behaviors and habits, | Promotes self-care practices, such as |
| such as exercise, balanced diet, and | mindfulness, stress management, | |
| regular check-ups. | and fostering positive relationships. | |
| Quality of Life | Often measured in terms of physical | Aims to enhance overall quality of life, |
| and mental health indicators, such as | including happiness, fulfillment, and | |
| life expectancy and morbidity. | life satisfaction. | |
| Longevity | Tends to focus on lifespan and life | Promotes a fulfilling and balanced |
| expectancy as key indicators of health. | life, with a focus on well-being rather | |
| than just extending lifespan. |
Health primarily focuses on the absence of illness or injury, with a strong emphasis on physical and mental well-being. It often involves disease prevention and treatment, and its components can be measured objectively.
Wellness, on the other hand, takes a holistic approach, considering various dimensions of well-being, including physical, emotional, social, environmental, and spiritual aspects. It views well-being as a dynamic process and emphasizes self-care practices, personal growth, and life satisfaction, aiming for an enhanced overall quality of life.