Part 1: Introduction and overview

Strand 1: What is a Whole Systems Approach?

Video

Learning Objectives

After watching this section, you should be able to:

  • A basic understanding of a Whole Systems Approach

Key Points

  • There are multiple factors and influences influencing health outcomes
  • Mapping the factors is important
  • Many people must work together to create solutions

Further Reading

Add recommended readings or links for this segment.


Knowledge Check

Complete the questions below before moving on.

According to the introductory video, approximately what proportion of adults in Northern Ireland live with overweight and obesity?

The correct answer is More than half. The video states that “more than half of adults live with overweight and obesity” in Northern Ireland, highlighting the scale of the challenge that the Whole Systems Approach aims to address.

  • False — the video does not suggest a figure as high as three-quarters.
  • True
  • False — around 1 in 5 refers to children, not adults.
  • False — the video gives a much higher figure than this.