Exercise & Stress Relief
What percentage of high school students meet the recommended hour of daily physical activity?
Approximately 25%
What chemical in the brain is released when you exercise, helping to boost mood?
Endorphins
What is the most important meal of the day?
Breakfast--it kickstarts metabolism and helps with focus
What percentage of teens say they feel worse about themselves after using social media?
About 25%
Who was punished to hold up the sky for eternity?
How does regular physical activity affect stress levels in adolescents?
Regular physical activity is associated with reduced stress levels and improved mental health.
What part of the brain is responsible for decision-making and impulse control?
Prefrontal cortex
What percentage of your body is made up of water?
60%
How often do social media apps use algorithms to keep users engaged?
Constantly!
What monster had snakes for hair and could turn people into stone?
Medusa
What percentage of adolescents report feelings stressed?
73.2% of boys and 84.5% of girls
True or false: the teenage brain is fully developed by 18?
False! The brain continues developing until 25
What happens to your brain when you don't eat enough protein?
It can lead to difficulty concentrating, low energy, and irritability
What is "doomscrolling"
The habit of continuously scrolling through bad news or negative content online
Who stole fire from the gods and gave it to humans?
Prometheus
What is the recommended amount of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day for adolescents to maintain optimal health?
60 minutes
What is the term for the brain's ability to change and adapt over time?
Neuroplasticity
Which has more sugar: a can of soda or a chocolate bar?
A can of soda! Many sodas contain over 10 teaspoons of sugar
True or False: seeing highly edited photos on social media can negatively impact body image?
True! Research links edited images to body dissatisfaction and low self-esteem
What clever Greek king came up with the idea of the Trojan Horse?
Odysseus
What type of exercise has been found to be most effective in reducing stress and anxiety among adolescents?
Aerobic exercises like running, swimming, and dancing.
What happens to the brain when you don't get enough sleep?
Memory and concentration decrease, emotional regulation weakens, and reaction times slow
True or false: eating late at night automatically causes weight gain
How many teens are almost "constantly on YouTube"?
Who was the queen of the underworld?
Persephone