Exploring Health
A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease.
Health
The source or cause of stress is called a...
stressor
3 signs of depression
Answers will vary
The "feel good" neurotransmitter released when drugs are used.
Dopamine
Alcohol is what type of drug?
Depressant
a serious and irreversible lung disease that damages the small airways in the lungs, making it hard to breathe.
The only 100% way to prevent fertilization AND STIs
ABSTINENCE
James gets 8-10 hours of sleep a night and eats a well-balanced diet everyday. These are an important part of what domain of health?
Physical Health
Name 3 stress related illness or conditions that are a result of chronic, or long-term stress
Answers will vary
Intense fear about interaction with others; worries about humiliation or embarrassment
Social anxiety
What is a stimulant drug and name 2 stimulant drugs.
Speeds up CNS; caffeine, nicotine, cocaine, methamphetamine
The amount of time it takes the liver to oxidize 1 standard drink.
1 hour
Which of the main ingredients is a highly addictive substance?
Nicotine
Each month a female releases an egg from the ovary into the fallopian tube. This is called what?
Ovulation
The part of the teenage brain in charge of reasoning and sound decision making that is still developing until the age of 25.
Pre-Frontal Cortex
This is bad stress is and detrimental to your health and mental well-being. Name this type of stress and give an example.
Distress / answers will vary
Define PTSD and name 2 groups who commonly struggle with the disorder.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; veterans, victims of sexual assault, mass shootings, natural disasters, etc.
What is the active ingredient in marijuana that has become extremely potent, especially in resin or concentrate form?
THC
TRUE or FALSE: Blood alcohol levels can continue to rise even after a person stops drinking.
TRUE
Explain why vaping companies have over 8,000 flavors
To make their products more appealing
An egg that is fertilized attaches here and develops into a fetus
Uterus
3 things/factors that can influence your level of health.
Answers will vary (genetics, environment, media, culture, behavior/personal choices)
This type of stress can motivate you, enhance learning, and even improve performance. This type of stress can be EXCITING and is helpful. Name this type of stress and give an example.
Eustress/ answers will vary
A person with this type of anxiety disorder is trapped in a pattern of repeated behaviors or thoughts.
OCD- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
What does an opioid drug do and give an example of an opioid drug.
Relieves pain; Oxy, Percocet, Heroin, Fentanyl
As soon as alcohol reaches this organ, impairment begins.
Brain
What is diacetyl?
diacetyl is a chemical sometimes used to add buttery or sweet flavors, especially in dessert or creamy vape liquids. Although it’s safe to eat in food, inhaling diacetyl can damage the lungs and has been linked to popcorn lung
The only form of contraception that protects against pregnancy AND STIs.
Condoms
Certain conditions and circumstances make some people more vulnerable to disease or illness.
Risk Factors
Give both a PHYSICAL and MENTAL/EMOTIONAL symptom of stress.
Answers will vary (physical: migraine headaches, muscle tension, acne, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, upset stomach; mental/emotional: irritability, lack of focus, forgetfulness, anxiety, depression)
3 warning signs or red flags that someone may be suicidal.
Answers will vary (talking/writing/posting about it, drastic change in personality, giving possessions away, behaving recklessly, expressing feelings of unbearable pain and feeling like a burden to others, etc.)
Drugs that alter the way we think, feel and behave are called...?
Psychoactive drugs
What are 3 warnings signs of Alcohol Poisoning
Answers will vary
Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax is a vaping related lung condition that occurs when there's a hole in the lung through which oxygen escapes. This is also known as what?
Collapsed Lung
What is the difference between a VIRAL and BACTERIAL STI?
Bacterial can be CURED with antibiotics; VIRAL cannot be cured, only TREATED.