Health Definitions
Alcohol & Drugs
Real-Life Scenarios
Decision Making
Influences
100

What is physical health? 

Regular physical activity, proper nutrition, rest & sleep, avoiding harmful habits (drinking and smoking)

100

What organ metabolizes alcohol?

liver

100

What should you do if someone is unconscious from drinking?

1. Call 911

2. Turn them on their side in case they vomit 

3. Monitor their breathing

4. Monitor their pulse


100

What are ways to non-verbally give consent?

Turn your head away, push the other person away, walk away, etc. 

100

What is an example of peer influence on health?

A friend encouraging you to try vaping or skip a workout, alcohol/substance abuse, encouraging an unhealthy relationship, etc.

200

What is mental health? 

It affects how individuals think, feel, and behave, as well as how they handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.

Good mental health means:

  • Coping effectively with life’s challenges

  • Managing emotions in a healthy way

  • Maintaining positive relationships

  • Feeling a sense of purpose and self-worth

200

What chemical is released in large amounts when using drugs of abuse?

Dopamine

200

What is the healthiest choice for someone trying to quit vaping?

1. create a quit plan

2. seek support

3. talk to your doctor

4. find things to mimic the dopamine itch - chewing gum, mints, etc. 

200

What an example of a SMART health goal?

S- Specific 

M-Measurable

A- Attainable (challenging but not impossible.)

R- Relevant (The "Why") 

T- Timebound 

200

What is an example of a cultural influence on health?

Culture can influence:

  • What people eat

  • How they treat illness

  • Attitudes toward exercise, body image, mental health, and medical care

300

What is environmental health? 

the branch of public health that focuses on how the environment affects human health. It involves understanding and managing how natural and man-made surroundings—like air, water, soil, and built environments—impact our well-being.

300

What is tolerance?

tolerance means that a person needs more of the substance to feel the same effects they once experienced with a smaller amount

300

What are some warning signs of an unhealthy relationship?

Jealously, controlling behavior, throwing things, intensity, guilt, aggression, etc. 

300

What does it mean to practice self-management?

This includes:

  • Managing emotions in healthy ways

  • Setting goals and staying motivated

  • Making positive choices about diet, exercise, sleep, and substance use

  • Handling stress and challenges effectively

  • Taking care of your mental and physical health

300

What is an example of media influence on health?

  • Shaping body image through edited or idealized photos

  • Promoting unhealthy behaviors (like vaping or drinking in movies or ads)

  • Spreading health misinformation

  • Encouraging positive habits, such as fitness challenges or mental health awareness campaigns

400

What is spiritual health?

refers to a sense of purpose, meaning, and connection in life. It involves the values, beliefs, and principles that guide a person's actions and provide inner peace and direction.

Good spiritual health may include:

  • Feeling connected to something greater than oneself (e.g., nature, faith, humanity, a higher power)

  • Having clear values and a strong sense of purpose

400

What is a medical use of prescription stimulants?

ADHD

400

Chris and Joanna are dating. Before going to a movie, Chris pulls out a vape with THC and says, "The movie will be much better if we hit this first." What is the most healthful thing Joanna can say or do for both herself and Chris?

Explain the dangers of THC (psychoactive chemical of marijuana.) 

Tell him you are uninterested and refuse. 

400

Define Emotional health 

Good emotional health means:

  • Recognizing and expressing feelings appropriately

  • Managing stress and difficult emotions like anger or sadness

  • Building resilience and bouncing back from setbacks

  • Having a positive self-image and self-esteem

  • Maintaining healthy relationships and empathy for others

400

What influences your values and beliefs?

Family, friends, culture, religion, school.

500

What is social health?

 refers to the ability to form and maintain healthy relationships and interact positively with others. It involves effective communication, respect for others, and the ability to build a support network.

Good social health includes:

  • Having meaningful friendships and relationships

  • Communicating clearly and respectfully

  • Working well in group or team settings

  • Seeking and offering support when needed

500

Which of the following prescription drugs used to treat pain has a high potential for addiction and drug dependence?

OxyContin and Percocet (prescription opioid pain medications with a high potential for addiction and drug dependence.)

500

T/F: All stress is harmful. 

False (Eustress is good stress) 

500

Alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream primarily through the: (2 answers) 

Stomach and Small intestine. 

500

What is a myth about depression?

  • “Only weak people get depressed.”

  • “Depression only happens after something bad.”

  • “Talking about it makes it worse.”

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