Suicide Prevention
Concussions
Psychological health/stress management
Nutrition
Tobacco/Vaping
100

What is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number?

988

100
are concussions and CTE different from each other?

Yes. Concussions are short term impairments of the brain caused by an unexpected jolt. CTE is the long term effect of repetitive concussions caused to the brain without proper care/recovery time. 

CTE can only be diagnosed after death.

100

Define psychological health

a broad dimension of health and wellness that encompasses both mental and emotional health

100

Define Nutrition

the scientific study of food and its physiological functions

It investigates the effects of diet on your body and health

100

Define what a vape is.

A device that is used to inhale vapor that contains flavoring and nicotine. 

200

How is social media play a role in mental health/suicide?

Social media can help but also hurt people. Online bullying can be a negative aspect on social media. However, social media can be positive. Promoting businesses, complimenting others through posts and pictures. 

200
How did the NFL market the games?

With the big hits/violence 

200

What is distress

Stress resulting from a bad stressor

200

Define Metabolism

the process by which your body converts food into energy

200

List 3 or more forms of tobacco products

Vapes, cigarettes, smokeless tobacco

300

Who is Kevin Hines?

A suicide attempt survivor. He attempted by jumping off the golden gate bridge, but he survived. 

300

Who was the doctor that had no prior knowledge of the NFL and did the autopsy on Mike Webster?

Dr. Bennet Omalu

300

Define General Adaptation Syndrome

An adaptive response consisting of three stages through which the body strives to maintain or restore homeostasis.

The three stages are the alarm phase, resistance phase, and the exhaustion phase

300

List the 6 classes of nutrients

1. Carbohydrates

2. Proteins

3. Fats (lipids)

4. Water

5. Vitamins

6. Minerals

300

Why do people vape/smoke

peer pressure, to fit in, cope with stress

400

How can you help someone who might present with suicidal thoughts or warning signs?

Listen to them, be there for them, offer help/support, tell a a trusted adult.

400

How is Mike Webster relevant to the topic Concussions?

Mike Webster was the center for the Pittsburg Steelers. He was one of the first points of contact during every play in a NFL game. He would endure concussions continuously and would not take the time to properly heal. He eventually died of a heart attack but was later examined and determined to be the first person who had a disease called CTE. 

400

list 5 physical reactions to stress

1. pupils dilate

2. sweating

3. trembling

4. Increased blood pressure

5. Digestive system slows

400

Describe what happens when you eat low glycemic index foods. And high glycemic index foods.

When you eat low glycemic foods, glucose seeps slowly into your bloodstream and your pancreas releases a smaller amount of insulin. You feel full for longer.

When you eat high glycemic foods, foods are quickly broken down into glucose, which flows rapidly into your bloodstream. Your pancreas releases large amounts of insulin. You feel hungry quickly.

400

List some long-term effects of smoking/vaping

Lung Cancer, yellow stained teeth, Cardiovascular health issues

500

List 5 warning signs of suicide

1. talking about it

2. withdrawal from social contact

3. getting the means

4. increase use of drugs & alcohol

5. saying good-bye to people as if they won't be seen again

500

Describe what happens to the brain when hit at high speed

When the body is hit and jolted, the brain is free floating in fluid in the skull and gets disturbed by hitting the sides of the skull causing small "brain bleeds". If repeated hits happen, the brain starts to slowly break down and not repair itself. Permanent brain damage can happen

500

List the 4 components of health

physical

mental

social

emotional

500

You have to drink water to replace what? (there are 5)

What you lose in

1. sweat

2. urine

3. feces

4. evaporation off your skin

5. exhalation of breath from your lungs

500

What chemicals can you find in vapes?

Nicotine, Diacetyl, Metals, Formaldehyde, Lead, Propylene glycol, Benzene, Cadmium, and many more

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