During sleep, the brain gives the body an opportunity to rebuild muscle tissues and allow neurotransmitter receptors to rest. As an adult we need approximately this amount of sleep.
What is 7-8hours.
100
This stimulates various brain chemicals that may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed.
What is physical Activity/Exercise
100
Once in the brain drugs affect chemicals called
What are neurotransmitters
100
The year UNCW was founded.
What is 1947
200
This is the main source of energy for the body
What are carbohydrates
200
This may cause paranoia, hallucinations, as well as cognitive and psychomotor impairments.
What is sleep deprivation.
200
Regular physical activity can improve your muscle strength and boost this.
What is Endurance
200
At least this number of Americans now take some type of antidepressant drug which obstruct natural hormone levels, that in turn can lead to chronic fatigue.
What is 30 million
200
The first and last name of our chancellor.
What is Gary Miller
300
This nutrient does not provide energy, but is essential for growth
What are vitamins
300
An age-old remedy for insomnia is taking a glass of this close to bedtime. Dairy products are known to be good sources of the amino acid tryptophan.
What is milk
300
Exercise and physical activity deliver oxygen and nutrients to your tissues and help this system work more efficiently.
What is cardiovascular
300
Anti-histamine blockers often induce this in patients as well, which over time can worsen and develop into chronic fatigue.
What is tiredness/drowsiness
300
UNCW school colors. (hint: There are 3)
What are Teal, Gold, and Navy Blue
400
This nutrient is made of fatty acids, and provides energy to the body.
What is fat
400
This sleeping disorder characterized by persistent difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
What is Insomnia
400
As a general goal, aim for at least this amount of minutes of physical activity every day.
What is 30
400
Many people believe Alcohol to be a stimulant when it is really..
What is a depressant
400
The number of Cornerstone Learning Communities.
What is 8
500
These are made of amino acids which build body tissue
What are proteins
500
These are psychoactive drugs with sedative, hypnotic, anxiolytic, muscle relaxant, anticonvulsant, and amnesic properties.
What are Benzodiazepines
500
Regular physical activity can help you prevent or manage a wide range of health problems and concerns, including stroke, this type of diabetes, and depression.
What is type 2
500
Marijuana Makes You More Peaceful. True or False.
What is false. While it is true that marijuana often temporarily subdues users, and may have a longer term effect of decreasing energy and vigor, it does not reduce aggression.
500
Watson School of Education Building was modeled after this train station in London. (hint: it is where platform 9 3/4 is located)