Brain Functions in Action
This part of the brain is responsible for decision-making and self-control.
What is the Prefrontal Cortex?
This term describes our brain's ability to change and adapt over time.
What is plasticity?
Someone accidentaly knocks the water from your desk and you yell at them.
What is a small problem?
You felt this way when you scored well on your test and your parents were really proud of you
What is joy or happiness?
You raise your hand in class before speaking
What is an expected behavior?
This part of the brain helps regulate heart rate and breathing.
What is the brain stem?
A breathing technique that involves taking deep breaths into the stomach to help calm down.
What is belly breathing?
You missed the bus home and need to call for a ride
What is a medium problem?
You felt this way after saying something in front of the class that made everyone laugh at you.
What is embarassed?
Interrupting a friend while they’re speaking
What is an unexpected behavior?
This structure helps with coordination and balance, especially when we jump, run or throw a ball.
What is the cerebellum
This is when you imagine what others might be thinking or feeling
What is perspective-taking?
You lost your homework assignment that’s due tomorrow, but you can redo it tonight.
What is a medium problem?
You saw your friend playing with someone else, and you started wishing you had that friendship all to yourself.
What is jealousy?
You enter the classroom and wait quielty for the teacher to begin the class
What is an expected behavior?
Known as the largest part of the brain, it is responsible for processing information and controlling voluntary movements
What is the cerebrum?
This practice involves staying present and aware in the current moment
What is mindfulness?
Your jeans rip during PE, but you can borrow a sweatshirt to tie around your waist
What is a small problem?
You feel this way when you’re with people who make you feel safe, show that they care, and accepted just as you are.
What is love?
Creating an EHall pass, go the bathroom but also stop by the office and lost and found.
What is unexpected behavior?
This part of the brain helps us process emotions like fear and excitement.
What is the amygdala?
Thinking from all angles and understanding different viewpoints.
What is 360 perspective?
You accidentally say something that hurts a friend’s feelings
What is a big problem?
You feel unsure about yourself and worry others are judging you, especially when trying something new
What is insecure, unworthy or inadequate?
Calling someone a negative name other than what their parents named them.
What is unexpected behavior?