Immune System
The role of the immune system
Works together to protect you from foreign invaders
an army against harmful bacteria and viruses, white blood cells search for, attack and destroy germs to keep you healthy
White blood cells
The heart is made up of this kind of muscle.
Cardiac
How can stress be positive?
keeping us alert
motivated
ready to avoid danger
Homework and How to Deal With the Stress
Have a distraction free space to work
Time management
Staying organized (Using an agenda)
Seek help and guidance from a trusted adult
Stay positive and take breaks
Get enough sleep
Your immune system is a large network of ______, white blood cells, proteins (antibodies) and chemicals.
Organs
These recognize substances called antigens as foreign, then mark these antigens for destruction.
Antibodies
220 - Your Age
Max Heart Rate
Heart racing, jaw clenching, digestive problems
Physical Symptoms of Stress
Peer Pressure and How to Deal With the Stress
Weigh your emotions in the decisions you make
Find positive influences
Convey Feelings and Emotions
Don't Be Afraid to Find New Groups
Talk to a Trusted Resource
Sometimes your immune system attacks when there is no invader or doesn’t stop an attack after the invader has been killed.
Is the system working properly or not?
Not working properly.
These small glands filter and destroy germs.
Lymph Nodes
The two main upper arm muscles.
Biceps and Triceps
Emotional and Mental Symptoms of Stress:
Anxiety or irritability.
_________.
Panic attacks.
Depression or sadness
Busy Schedules and How to Deal With the Stress
Get priorities straight
Make time for play and relaxation
Stay organized and plan ahead
When your immune system is working properly, it can __________
It can tell which cells are yours and which substances are foreign to your body
It activates, mobilizes, attacks and kills foreign invader germs that can cause you harm.
Learns about germs after you’ve been exposed to them
What does the spleen do?
Stores white blood cells that defend your body from foreign invaders.
ACL, MCL, PCL are examples of what
Ligament
When should I talk to a doctor about stress?
Feel overwhelmed for long periods of time with no relief.
If you are using _____ or ________ to cope.
If you have thoughts about hurting yourself.
Drugs or alcohol
Self Esteem Concerns and How to Create a Positive Image
Detox from social media — several weeks or a month could give you the space and mental clarity to reset your self-image.
Create lists of the top things you like about yourself.
Surround yourself with loving, positive people — in real life and online.
Redefine beauty in a less superficial way.
Spend time volunteering to help others.
A disease in which the body's immune system attacks healthy cells
Autoimmune disease
This small organ in your upper chest beneath your breast bone helps mature a certain type of white blood cell.
Thymus
Which nutrient is your body's main source of energy?
Carbohydrate
Stress creates a hormone in your body called ______. This can lower your immune system’s effectiveness in fighting off invaders.
Cortisol
Stay positive and practice _______, acknowledging the good parts of your day or life.
Gratitude