HEALTH AND SOCIAL REVISION PAST EXAM QUESTIONS EXAMPLE

HEALTH AND SOCIAL REVISION: PAST EXAM QUESTIONS

EXAMPLE QUESTION: LIFE STAGES

EXAMPLE QUESTION: LIFE STAGES MARK-SCHEME

EXAMPLE QUESTION: FACTORS AFFECTING

EXAMPLE QUESTION: FACTORS AFFECTING MARK SCHEME

EXAMPLE QUESTION: FACTORS AFFECTING Examine how caring for an ageing parent may affect Miriam’s development. (10) Information from Miriam from earlier questions… James and his wife Miriam are both 48 years of age and they live with his father Tom who is 70 years of age. They have no children. James and Tom play golf at the weekends. Miriam is going through the menopause and Tom is becoming severely deaf.

EXAMPLE QUESTION: FACTORS AFFECTING MARK SCHEME

EXAMPLE QUESTION: FACTORS AFFECTING MARK SCHEME

• During childhood and adolescence development may be delayed because of a number of factors. Discuss the factors which may influence the rate of development (8 marks)

Such as. . • • • Genetic faults Birth injuries Long term illness Severe acute infection such as meningitis Sensory impairment Lack of stimulation, toys / books/ human interaction etc. Poor environment Malnutrition Weak primary and secondary socialising agents / or the opposite Substance abuse during pregnancy

• Examine the relationship between the development of self-concept and adolescence (10 marks)

Such as… • • • 1 mark for definition of self concept Beginning of adolescence able to state how they are feeling – happy, sad etc. Then begin to compare with others in peer group As puberty arrives, begin to be touchy with rapid mood swings Rebellious and angry Friends replace family as main source of support Many experience low self esteem and confidence Depression is common Idealism/fanaticism is apparent Sense of self is strong Gradually confidence builds up again as adulthood is reached.

• Evaluate the effects of social class on health and well-being. (10 marks)

Such as. . • • • 1 mark for a definition of social class Employment Welfare benefits Health Mortality Education Healthcare Nutrition Leisure Housing Environment Safety

• Discuss how living on a lower income may affect a child’s development. (8 marks)

• • • 1 mark for identification, 2 marks for each point fully explained 1 mark for a partial explanation. Ø Ø Ø Change to a different home/ poor area Further interruption to education likely Less luxuries/toys/computer games/holidays Dietary change to cheaper less healthy foods Less exercise due to less activities Family less healthy Possibility of bullying Not able to keep up with trends Mother may have to work so more responsibility for Kai More substance abuse Less happy overall The above are negative factors, students may reverse for positive e. g. closer family with cheap excursions such as museums; more walking so healthier etc.

6 mark questions • Discuss the benefits of exercise in later life stages (6) • Discuss the relationship between genetic and environmental factors in determining an individual’s health and well- being (6) • Play is a vital part of the growth and development of children. Discuss the importance of play (6)

8 mark questions • Examine the development of cognitive and language skills in infancy and early childhood. (8) • Discuss the relationship between self- concept and adolescence (8) • Discuss the effects of poor housing on growth and development (8) • Examine the impact of noise pollution on an individual’s well being (8)

10 mark questions • Evaluate the effects of low income on health and development (10) • Evaluate how social development may change in later adulthood (10) • Evaluate the importance of family for positive social development (10)