General Health
Health Vocab
Health Skills
Health Skills
True or False
Potpourri
100

Name the Health Skills. For each correct answer, you get $100.

Accessing Information, Decision Making Skills, Advocacy, Goal Setting, Interpersonal Communication, Self-Management, Analyzing Influences

100

the combination of physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being

Health

100

Your friend posts a video claiming a new energy drink can help you lose 10 pounds in a week without exercise. The post has thousands of likes and comments from people saying it worked for them.

Analyzing Influences-

  • This scenario requires you to recognize how social media, peer testimonials, and marketing claims are influencing your thinking about the product

  • You need to critically evaluate whether these influences are trustworthy or potentially misleading

100

You are invited to two parties this weekend: One party will have alcohol and your crush will be there, but you know it could get out of hand. The other is a game night with close friends who do not drink.  

Decision Making - considering your values, the risks and benefits of each choice, and the short-term and long-term outcomes. You might ask yourself: Which choice aligns with my values? What are the possible consequences?

100

The Internet is the least powerful medium to use as a source for health information.

False! The MOST powerful!

100

What is the name of Simba's father in the movie The Lion King?

Mufasa

200
What are the three parts of the health triangle? Must have all three parts to get the points.

Mental, social/emotional, physical.

200

avoiding harmful behaviors

Abstinence 

200
  • You are at a party when someone offers you a vape pen

  • They say everyone does it and it is no big deal

  • You feel uncomfortable but do not want to seem uncool

Interpersonal Communication -

  • This scenario requires you to clearly express your decision not to vape while managing social pressure

  • Effective interpersonal communication means saying no assertively without being aggressive or simply giving in

200

You have been feeling out of shape and want to improve your fitness before summer. You decide you want to be able to run a 5K without stopping by the end of the school year. Right now you can barely run for five minutes

Goal-Setting

200

Cumulative risks are related risks that increase in effect with each added risk.

True

200

Which nutrient is the body's primary source of energy: protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, or water?

Carbohydrates

300

Name a specific risk behavior.

Tobacco/alcohol use, behaviors that result in violence or unintentional injury, sexual behaviors, inadequate physical activity, unhealthy dietary behaviors, 

300

all the traits that are biologically passed from parent to offspring

Heredity

300
  • You see two different articles online about sleep

  • One says teenagers need 8 to 10 hours per night, the other says 6 hours is fine

  • Your doctor mentioned sleep at your last checkup but you cannot remember exactly what they said

Accessing Information-

  • This scenario requires you to find valid, reliable health information from trustworthy sources

  • You should look for information from credible sources like the CDC, Mayo Clinic, or your healthcare provider rather than random websites

300

What are the components of a SMART goal?

Specific

Measurable

Achievable

Realistic/Relevant

Time bound


300

Social health refers to the health of the body.

False-Physical

300

Spider-Man's famous motto is closely connected to making responsible choices: "With great power comes great ______." What is the missing word?

Responsibility

400

Give an example of a cumulative risk.

Driving at a high rate of speed and texting/drinking, engaging in unsafe behaviors while drinking, staying up all night and eating unhealthy foods.

400

an overall state of well-being

wellness

400
  • Your best friend has been making hurtful comments about your appearance lately

  • When you try to talk about it, they say you are being too sensitive

Advocacy-This scenario requires you to stand up for your own health and well-being by asserting your needs.

400

Which interpersonal communication skill will be used most often?

Refusal skills

400

An individual’s position on the health continuum continues to change as he or she moves through life

True!

400

Name three things a person can do regularly to improve their overall physical and mental health.

exercise regularly, eat nutritious foods, get adequate sleep, manage stress, maintain relationships, stay hydrated, and avoid harmful substances.

500

Practicing what is one of the most effective strategies for avoiding risks to your health.

Abstinence!

500

taking steps to keep something from happening or getting worse

prevention
500
  • You have three major tests this week, a part-time job, and family responsibilities

  • You are feeling overwhelmed and have been getting headaches and sleeping poorly

Self-Management-using techniques like prioritizing tasks, taking breaks, practicing relaxation, and maintaining healthy habits even under pressure.

You might create a schedule, practice deep breathing, or set boundaries around your time to reduce overwhelm 

500
When accessing information, identify a reputable website that one should use.

.gov, .edu, .org

500

A health literacy is a difference in health outcomes between groups.

False! Health Disparity

500

Which rapper's real name is Marshall Mathers?

Eminem

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