Vocab
Part of the brain involved in emotions.
Amygdala
Helps us think ahead, control impulses, and make decisions
In adolescence, it is still developing.
Prefrontal Cortex
Marijuana, nicotine, Alcohol, etc.
Drugs
Needed for physical and emotional health. Teens need 8-10 hours of this
Sleep
The health triangle is made up of
Physical health, Mental health, and Social health
Part of the brain responsible for decision-making and self-control
Prefrontal cortex
Responsible for emotions and reactions
Tends to be more active in teenagers, which is why they might feel intense emotions
Amygdala
Under-nutrition, eating disorders, etc
Malnutrition
Nutrient rich foods such as fruits, veggies, nuts and fish.
Healthy Eating
Someone who recently lost a grandparent experiences great grief for a long period of time, then isolates from friends and quits the track team because of their disinterest in life.
What dimensions of health are involved in this scenario?
Share an example of cause and effect from this scenario.
1. physical, mental, and social.
2. Cause: grandparent dying, going through grief. Effect: quits running, has a disinterest in life
The brain's ability to change and adapt.
Neuroplasticity
Largest part of the brain
Responsible for thoughts and memory
2 hemispheres
right controls left side of body
left controls right side of body
Cerebrum
Repression of emotions, stress, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations; unhealthy coping of emotions
Poor mental health
Increases blood flow to the brain which increases concentration. Helps the development of new nerves and increases connections between brain cells.
Physical activity
The status of one dimension of health (the causes) creates a reaction in another dimension of health (the effect)
Interrelationship / Interconnectedness
Connection between brain cells (neurons)
Synapse
Receives and processes sensory impulses from skeletal muscles and joints
Keeps track of the body’s position and maintains balance/coordination
Cerebellum
Drowning, not wearing seatbelt, little to no protective gear, etc
Injury
Decreasing stress levels, taking breaks, and creating inner peace.
Rest and Mindfulness
The active process through which people become aware of, and make choices towards, a more successful existence
Wellness
The process of coating brain cells to improve signal transmission.
Myelination
“Brain stem”
Connects brain to spinal cord
Controls blood pressure, heart rate, involuntary breathing, digestion and body temperature
Medulla Oblongata
Number 1 cause of disability and death for adolescents
Accidents / unintentional injuries
Games, puzzles, painting, volunteering, and social activities prevent cell loss.
Mind stimulation / Learning
You want to go to a concert with your friends, but your parents think it’s too late and don’t feel comfortable letting you go. You’re angry and feel like they don’t understand you.
emotional brain: slam the door, yell at them, argue with them, ignore them, sneak out
thinking brain: take space, take a breather, find a compromise, go to your room and do something else