The Body
A complex network of nerve cells that controls and coordinates the body's actions and sensory information
The Nervous System
The organ inside a human head is one of the most complex systems known to humanity and is the control center for almost everything humans experience.
The Brain
A long bundle of nerves that runs from the brain down the spine, acting as the main pathway for information to travel between the brain and the rest of the body
The spinal cord
One's emotional well-being, including your feelings, thoughts, and how you handle stress
Mental Health
20 - 30 minutes of physical activity.
The recommended daily amount of exercise in order to improve one's physical and mental health
A system of organs that delivers oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and other substances to the body's cells and organs
The Cardiovascular system
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Touching a hot stove, catching a ball thrown at you, and feeling hungry are examples of what phenomena
The connection between the body and brain.
A natural reaction to a difficult situation that can cause mental tension or worry
Stress
2000 calories a day
This brain region is involved in a wide range of higher-order cognitive functions.
The pre-frontal cortex
The four primary stress responses a person might have when facing a perceived threat.
HINT
Previously, only two of the primary responses were identified as 'stress responses'
The fight, flight, freeze or fawn response
Percentage of adolescents - youths under the age of 18 - in the United States report experiencing mental health symptoms?
Roughly one in five (20%) adolescents report experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression, with 21% reporting anxiety symptoms and 17% reporting depression symptoms in the past two weeks.
True or False:
Friends and Family have little to no impact on one's daily choices, decisions, and enjoyment.
False!
In particular, friends are vital and influential in one's daily life.
A part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions like heart rate, breathing, digestion, sweating, and blood pressure
The Autonomic Nervous System (aka; ANS)
Involved in emotional processing and consists of the amygdala, hippocampus, and thalamus.
The limbic system
The phrase, "it's like riding a bike", refers to this phenomenon where you can do something without actively thinking about it.
Neurological Pathway ALSO Routine Pathway
Examples: Inappropriate outbursts, moodiness, poor sleep, headaches, stomachaches, excessive tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and lack of eating.
Possible Mental Health Symptom Manifestations
Produced by the sun, helps your body absorb calcium, and has been shown to decrease depression symptoms and mood
Vitamin D
Bonus: Spending at least 20 minutes a day outside is recommended.
The part of the peripheral nervous system that connects the brain and spinal cord to skeletal muscles and sensory receptors in the skin
The Somatic Nervous System (aka; SNS)
Chemical messengers that carry signals between nerve cells, muscles, and glands in the body. Some examples are serotonin, dopamine, adrenaline, and endorphins.
Neurotransmitters
When a person's condition improves due to their perception of treatment, even though the treatment is inactive or has no therapeutic benefit
The Placebo effect
Has been shown to improve brain health and cognition, reduce anxiety and depression symptoms, boost mood and concentration, and improve one's outlook on life.
Regular exercise
Stress Management
Examples: Breathing techniques, engaging in a hobby, and talking to trusted loved ones.