The Brain
At what age does the brain stop developing & maturing? Give me an age range ie: 10-15 or 50-55
Late 20s [25-30 years old]
Define a "value"?
Values are individual beliefs that motivate people to act one way or another. They serve as a guide for human behavior and are often influenced by family and culture.
How many parts of the brain can you name?
Try your best with spelling.
Don't mention the "lobes".
Bonus points if you can name the 3 main parts we focus on in this grade 7 Wellness.
*Prefrontal Cortex [200 points]
*Amygdala [200 points]
*Hippocampus [200 points]
*Cerebrum [100 points]
*Cerebellum [100 points]
*Brainstem [100 points]
*Thalamus [100 points]
*Hypothalamus [100 points]
*Basal Ganglia [100 points]
Trusting your gut feeling. What does that mean?
Trusting your gut feeling means following the physical feelings your body gives you that you are making the right or wrong decision. They are feelings of intuition that occur when the neurons in your gut communicate with those in your brain.
What's the function of the pre-frontal cortex?
ie; What does it do?
Prefrontal Cortex (The Wise One) – Helps with self-control and smart choices. Like a wise coach guiding you.
Recite or write down your trusted adult's telephone number
What's the function of the amygdala?
ie; What does it do?
Amygdala (The Alarm System) – Controls fear and emotions. It’s like a fire alarm that goes off when danger is near.
Who can be a trusted adult for you?
(50 points for each person you can name)
Give me 6 people
Family Members
Parents or guardians – Provide guidance and emotional support.
Grandparents – Often have wisdom and life experience to share.
Older siblings or cousins – Can relate to teen struggles and offer advice.
School Staff
Teachers – Can offer academic and personal support.
School counselor – Trained to help with mental health, friendships, and decision-making.
Coach – Can mentor teens in sports, discipline, and leadership.
Community Members
Religious leader (priest, pastor, rabbi, imam, etc.) – Provides moral guidance.
Mentor (from a club or program) – Helps with career, life goals, and personal growth.
Neighbor or family friend – Can be someone outside the home who offers a different perspective.
Healthcare Professionals
Doctor or nurse – Helps with physical and mental health concerns.
Therapist or counselor – Supports emotional well-being and problem-solving.
What's the function of the Hippocampus?
ie; What does it do?
Hippocampus (The Librarian) – Stores memories like a librarian organizing books
What does an assertive "no" look and sound like?
Give me 8 specific things
(50 points for each correct answer)
*Confident no
*Calm no
*Clear no
*Respectful no
*Repeating the no
*Direct no
*Staying calm
*Be firm
*Look someone in the eyes
*Agree to disagree
*Having the ability to walk away