Violence
What is Physical Violence?
Hitting, slapping, kicking
What is Depression?
serious mood disorder causing persistent sadness, loss of interest, and inability to enjoy life, affecting how you feel, think, and act, going beyond normal mood swings, with symptoms like fatigue, sleep/appetite changes, difficulty concentrating, and sometimes suicidal thoughts, stemming from complex factors like brain chemistry, genetics, and life stress, and it's treatable with proper diagnosis and care.
What is Prejudice?
another word for unfair
Consequence prevention
proactively stopping negative outcomes by using positive reinforcement, education, and systems to build skills, address root causes (like stress or poor choices), and create supportive environments, rather than just punishing bad behavior. It involves understanding why problems happen (risk factors) and boosting protective factors
fertilization
The joining of a male sperm cell and a female egg cell to form a fertilized egg
What is Verbal Abuse?
Name-calling and Teasing
What is OCD?
a mental health condition characterized by a cycle of obsessions (unwanted, recurring thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors performed to relieve the distress caused by the thoughts).
What is Peer pressure?
Peer pressure is the influence from one's social group (peers) to change behaviors, attitudes, or feelings to fit in, often involving a desire for acceptance or fear of rejection, leading to both positive (studying) and negative (risky behavior) actions.
how to prevent sexting
focus on open communication, education about risks, and setting clear boundaries
cervix
The entrance to the uterus.
What is Sexual Abuse?
Unwanted Touching
What is a bipolar disorder?
extreme mood swings between high (manic/hypomanic) and low (depressive) states, marked by shifts in energy, activity, and concentration
What is Media Influence?
Media influence is the actual force exerted by a media message, resulting in either a change or reinforcement in audience or individual beliefs.
How do you prevent date rape?
block numbers on your phone, use carrier/app services for scam filtering, register on the Do Not Call list for telemarketing, and for physical safety, keep homes well-lit and free of hazards like loose rugs.
uterus
A pear-shaped organ, located within the pelvis, in which the developing baby is nourished and protected
What is Cyber Bullying?
Bullying online
What is Phobia?
an intense, persistent, and irrational fear of a specific object, situation, activity, or animal that is disproportionate to the actual danger
Are drugs good for teens?
No, drugs are not good for teens; they pose significant health and safety risks, including potential long-term damage to the still-developing brain, an increased risk of addiction, and a higher likelihood of other serious problems.
What are healthy dating Relationships limits?
Healthy dating limits are personal rules for respect, safety, and self-care (like physical touch, alone time, communication style) that create balance
ovaries
The female endocrine glands that release mature eggs and produce the hormones estrogen and progesterone
What is Domestic Abuse?
isolation and control with the use or threat of physical or sexual violence
What is schizophrenia?
a severe, chronic mental disorder causing a distorted view of reality, affecting how a person thinks, feels
Are Gangs Safe?
No, gangs are not safe. Involvement in gang activity significantly increases the risk of experiencing violence, injury, incarceration, substance abuse, and death.
How do you prevent dating Violence?
teaching healthy relationship skills like respect, communication, and boundaries from a young age, empowering individuals to recognize abuse (isolation, belittling), promoting bystander intervention, and fostering supportive environments where open conversations about healthy dynamics are encouraged by parents, schools, and communities
gynecologist
A doctor who specializes in the female reproductive system