AP Spanish Unit 5: Factors Impacting Quality of Life

La calidad de vida

Quality of life; examines factors affecting well-being.

movilidad social

Social mobility; often linked to education in the Spanish-speaking world.

La beca

Scholarship; financial aid for tuition but less common for living expenses.

La licenciatura

Bachelor's Degree; the standard university qualification.

La formación profesional

Vocational Training; technical education aimed at specific trades.

El título

Degree/Diploma; the certificate of qualification.

La equidad

Equity; refers to equal access to resources.

la matrícula

Tuition; fee for attending university.

vivir con los padres

Living with parents; common for university students in Spanish-speaking countries.

residencias estudiantiles

Dormitories; housing typically used by university students.

La fuga de cerebros

Brain Drain; educated professionals leaving their home country for better opportunities.

El paro / El desempleo

Youth unemployment; high rates causing reliance on family.

Sistema de salud universal

Universal healthcare system; regarded as a human right in many countries.

Seguridad Social

Social Security; public healthcare system in Spain and Costa Rica.

zonas rurales

Rural areas; often lack medical resources and infrastructure.

La dieta mediterránea

Mediterranean diet; recognized cultural heritage focused on health and social aspects.

Sedentarismo

Sedentary lifestyle; a modern health issue caused by technology.

salud mental

Mental health; access to therapy is still a challenge.

Etiquetado de alimentos

Food labeling; laws to combat obesity by indicating unhealthy food.

tiempo libre

Free time; how people choose to spend their leisure.

cultura

Culture; values and beliefs that influence quality of life.

bienestar

Well-being; overall health and happiness of individuals.

educación

Education; viewed as crucial for social mobility.

carrera profesional

Career path; competitive and often involves early specialization.

admisión universitaria

University admission; based on exam scores in many countries.

comunicación

Communication; plays a vital role in cultural exchange and quality of life.

cambio climático

Climate change; impacts on health and resources can affect quality of life.