mental health and exercise
Exercise and Schizophrenia/OCD
ADHD & Exercise
Autism spectrum disorder and Cerebral Palsy
misc.
100

Regular physical activity reduces symptoms of this sadness or low mood disorder

Depression 

100

What is Schizophrenia

Chronic & severe mental disorder that affects how a person feels, thinks, & behaves

100

What is ADHD

It is a Neurodevelopment Disorder

100

 two primary symptoms of ASD (autism spectrum disorder) 

  • Impaired social functioning

  • Communication & language deficits

100

is Bad parenting a cause for adhd

no!

200

what is Non clinical mood Disorders 

A short-term mental state where someone feels sad, unhappy, or down.

200

does exercise improves NEGATIVE or POSITIVE  symptoms for individuals with schizophrenia 

Negative! 

200

 which type of exercise increases attention & reduces hyperactivity/fidgetiness to a greater extent

 moderate to vigorous exercise

200

What disease is caused by abnormal damage or development to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture? 

Cerebral Palsy

200

What are 2 sensory conditions you should focus on when exercising with individuals with Autism 

Loud noises and the Temp. 

300

Bipolar Disorder sometimes gets diagnosed initially as ______ due to its difficulty in identifying phases of mania.

Depression

300

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is categorized under what other disorders in the DSM-V 

OCD

300

what are some activities that we talked about in class that help with ADHD symptoms like fine motor adjustment, inhibition, & focus/concentration? 

martial arts, rock climbing, ice skating, gymnastics 

300

name 5 physical & psychosocial benefits of exercise in individuals with CP

Reduction in anxiety, Increased strength in mobility, flexibility & coordination, Improved bone health, improved sense of well-being and Weight control. 

300

is some form of Exercise always beneficial when it comes to disorders?

no!

400

What are neurotransmitters? 

Chemicals that help nerve cells in the brain and body send messages to each other.

400

What is compulsive Exercise 

Always thinking about the next time you will work out, Everything in your life becomes tied to working out like your Diet and Social things  

400

Does Exercise results in the growth of new nerve cells?

yes, and it increases levels of dopamine & norepinephrine. 

400

what is the difference between CP and ASD 

CP is primarily a physical condition while ASD is primarily a social/emotional/behavioral condition

400

 Exercise may help compensate for the loss of dopamine cells for individuals with what disease

Parkinson’s Disease

500

what intensity of exercise tends to be the most beneficial for treating PTSD?

High intensity

500

Name 5 lifestyle factors individuals with Schizophrenia are more likely to have

Cardiovascular disease, Metabolic syndrome, Obesity, Hypertension, Early Mortality

500

Focusing on exercises that involve more complex motor skills is best used when... 

When working with a client that has ADHD 

500

Name 5 Types of aerobic exercise that help with CP

Arm or leg cycling, Chair aerobics, Dancing, Jogging, and Rowing.  

500

When working with a client that has a panic disorder, what might be the best approach when it comes to using exercise?

Use vigorous-intensity exercise that mimics similar sensations to a panic attack but note that Exercise by itself is not sufficient for treating panic disorder

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