The mental or emotional dependence on a substance or activity
Psychological Addiction
The theory that explains how the vagus nerve and autonomic nervous system affect behavior, emotion, & connection.
Polyvagal Theory
An interactive process where people support each other’s regulation of their emotions.
Co-Regulation
The normal and natural reaction to loss or any change in pattern of behavior.
Grief
Lucy sets up a booth and provides what type of services?
Psychiatric Help
Strong cravings, feelings of unease, irritability, mood swings, depression, restlessness, & difficulty concentrating are symptoms of…
Psychological Withdrawal
This body system regulates involuntary physiological processes, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, & digestion.
The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)
The key to co-regulation is finding someone who you feel comfortable & safe with and someone who’s willing to be these 3 things:
Present, Calm, Supportive
The emotional, cognitive, behavioral, physical, and spiritual responses to the loss of someone or something important.
Grief Reaction
How much does Lucy charge for her services?
5 cents
Emotional states, environmental cues, and mental associations are examples of…
Psychological Triggers
The part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for physical activity or the fight or flight response.
The Sympathetic Nervous System
The self-regulation practice of focusing the mind and body to achieve a calm state of mental clarity
Meditation
The expression of grief, how it is conveyed or communicated.
Mourning
What kind of fear did Lucy say Charlie Brown had?
Pantophobia-the fear of everything
The recovery process for psychological addiction focuses on…
Mental & Emotional Healing
Coping Strategies
This part of the autonomic nervous system helps the body relax and conserve energy.
The Parasympathetic Nervous System
The ability to manage emotions and impulses, rebound from disappointment, and act in a way that is consistent with your values.
Self-Regulation
The first task of mourning.
Accceptance
Who refuses to eat December snowflakes, preferring to wait for the January snow?
Lucy
Psychological relapse is often triggered by…
Emotional or Psychological Stress
The process by which the nervous system subconsciously detects and evaluates cues of safety, danger, or threats in the environment.
Neuroception
The act of participating in social activities & developing meaningful relationships with others.
Social Engagement
The experience of grief is highly ______ to the individual grieving.
Unique
What is Lucy’s last name?
Van Pelt