Health Triangle
The three sides of the Health triangle.
What is physical health, mental/emotional health, and social health?
What sport does Joanne Bro play?
Softball
Two staff members in our building you can talk if you are dealing with a difficult issue at school or at home.
Any trusted teacher or staff member!
The body's response to a stressor.
"fight/flight/freeze response?"
The best thing to do if you suspect someone you know is depressed or considering suicide.
Tell a trusted adult (so they can receive professional treatment)
The way you relate to other people (making friends, communicating).
What is social health?
What is Lauren McLain's favorite physical activity?
Horseback riding
What is the definition of self-esteem?
The way a person feels about themself
3 signs of the fight or flight response
What is: heart beating faster, faster breathing, shaking, increased body temperature/sweating, pupils dilated, faster reaction time, less sensitive to pain
Two signs of depression.
What is: lack of happiness lack of energy low self-esteem difficulty concentrating change in sleeping patterns indifference (apathy) talking about suicide
The side of the health triangle that means thoughts and feelings.
What is mental/emotional health?
How many siblings does Kaitlyn Robinette have?
3
Change this negative self-talk statement to a positive/growth mindset one: "I'm horrible at making friends."
Examples: "I can work on starting conversations." "I am going to try to meet someone new today." "Making friends takes time. I will eventually make new friends if I keep reaching out and treating people well." "I have a couple really good friends. I don't need to have hundreds!"
3 signs of long-term stress
What is: headaches acne stomach aches fatigue easily angered changes in appetite canker sores grades dropping drug/alcohol use
What are two secondary ways to treat depression? (the primary way is professional treatment)
Time with friends and family, Keep a regular sleep schedule (9 - 10 hours a night), Physical activity, Breaking down large tasks into smaller tasks
The side of the Health triangle that would be mainly affected if a person had depression
What is the mental/emotional side?
What kind of pet would Olayide like to get one day?
A cat
Low self-esteem may be a sign of which mental illness?
Depression
4 ways to manage stress.
laughter, exercise, talking to friends, eating healthy, sleep, breathing exercises, music, reading,
The three main causes of depression
heredity, life events, and a chemical imbalance in the brain
Susan rides her bike to and from school every day. She participates on the school debate team and has several friends. However, she spends several minutes each day thinking about her weight and how she doesn't like how she looks.
Which area of Susan's health triangle needs improvement?
Mental/Emotional Health
What does Aiden Ruiz do to earn money?
Helps elderly neighbors with daily tasks
What are two out of the three ways to improve self-esteem (as discussed in class)?
Growth mindset/positive self-talk, focus on your strengths, surround yourself with people who build you up (not tear you down)
The hormone that causes the fight or flight response (spelled correctly). There are two possible answers
Adrenaline or cortisol
Four signs a person may be suicidal.
Changes in eating Changes in sleeping Poor hygiene/self-care Self-injurious behavior Giving away prized possession Making peace with others ETC