health during the life cycle
true or false, staying positive is a good health habit
true
true or false, all forms of bacteria are bad
false
what is the most common communicable disease?
the cold
when do you typically get the "fight or flight" response?
when you feel threatened
true or false, e-cigarettes are healthier and safer than cigarettes
false
what is "refusal skill"?
the ability to say no
what's your body's first line of defense against infection?
your body's natural barriers
what is a disease?
any condition that interferes with the proper functioning of the body and mind.
what is the ability to recover from problems or loss called?
resilience
what is alcohol posioning?
a condition that is caused when a person consumes an excessive amount of alcohol in a short amount of time
why is the "refusal skill important?"
it's important because if you can't say no, you're going to end up giving in to a lot of peer pressure.
what is the excretory system?
it's the group of organs that work together to remove wastes
what are the 5 major barriers between you and pathogens?
skin, tears, saliva, mucous, stomach acid, membranes
what is an emotional need?
needs that affect a persons feelings and sense of well-being.
how many chemicals are in tobacco?
over 4,000
what's the first step to reach your goals.
identify your goal and figure out the steps you are going to have to take to achieve this goal.
what 4 organs are in the excretory system?
the bladder, urethra, ureter, and kidneys
what spreads through the air when someone sneezes or coughs?
pathogens
what are the 4 common negative defense mechanisms people use
denial, projection, displacement, and sublimation
how many people die a year from smoking related illnesses?
about 400,000 people every year
what are the 4 changes during puberty in both male and female
acne, body hair, increase in perspiration, and pubic hair.
whats the thyroid gland do?
it controls metabolism, or how the body uses energy
how does your skin help protect you from pathogens?
it gives you a tough barrier that keeps pathogens from entering your blood
what does laughter relieve?
it relieves tension and leaves you feeling more relaxed
what is smokeless tobacco?
ground tobacco that is chewed, placed inside the mouth along the gum line, or inhaled through the nose