Life Skills
This decision-making step comes FIRST: gathering information, identifying the problem, or weighing pros and cons?
What is identifying the problem?
Physical, mental/emotional, and social are the three dimensions of this.
What is health (or wellness)?
This is the addictive chemical found in tobacco and vaping products.
What is nicotine?
The changes your body goes through as you develop from a child to an adult is called this.
What is puberty?
Communication, trust, and respect are qualities of this type of relationship.
What is a healthy relationship?
When you stand up for yourself while still respecting others, you're being this.
What is assertive (or assertiveness)?
This is the body's response to change or challenges, and it's not always bad.
What is stress?
This organ processes and breaks down alcohol in the body.
What is the liver?
This occurs approximately once a month when the uterine lining sheds.
What is menstruation (or a period)?
This means clearly saying "yes" to something and having the freedom to say "no."
What is consent (or affirmative consent)?
Name TWO healthy ways to cope with anger.
What is (accept any 2): exercise, deep breathing, talking to someone, taking a break, counting to 10, journaling, listening to music, etc.
Name TWO warning signs that someone might be struggling with their mental health.
What is (accept any 2): withdrawing from friends, changes in eating/sleeping, loss of interest in activities, extreme mood changes, talking about death/suicide, giving away possessions, grades dropping, etc.
TRUE or FALSE: Vaping is safer than smoking cigarettes.
What is FALSE? (Vaping still contains harmful chemicals and nicotine; long-term effects are still unknown)
Name TWO methods that can prevent pregnancy.
What is (accept any 2): abstinence, condoms, birth control pills, IUD, implant, etc. (Note: Emphasize abstinence is the only 100% effective method)
Name TWO "red flags" in an unhealthy relationship.
What is (accept any 2): controlling behavior, jealousy, isolation from friends/family, put-downs, pressure to do things you're uncomfortable with, lack of respect, physical/verbal abuse, etc.
This type of communication uses "I feel..." statements instead of blaming others.
What is "I-message" or assertive communication?
This mental health condition involves extreme concerns about body weight and severe food restriction.
What is anorexia nervosa (or anorexia)?
These powerful prescription painkillers have caused an epidemic of addiction and overdose deaths.
What are opioids?
STI stands for this.
What is Sexually Transmitted Infection?
Being aware of your surroundings and potential dangers is called this.
What is situational awareness?
When peers pressure you to do something, name TWO refusal skills you can use.
What is (accept any 2): saying no firmly, giving a reason/excuse, suggesting an alternative, leaving the situation, using humor, broken record technique, etc.
If you or a friend is having thoughts of suicide, name TWO trusted adults or resources you should contact.
What is (accept any 2): school counselor, parent/guardian, teacher, trusted adult, 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, therapist, doctor, etc.
Name TWO tactics tobacco companies use to target youth.
What is (accept any 2): flavored products, social media marketing, bright packaging, influencer advertising, placing products at eye level, using kid-friendly imagery, sponsoring events, etc.
Name THREE sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
What is (accept any 3): chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, herpes, HPV, syphilis, trichomoniasis, etc.
If someone experiences unwanted sexual touch or abuse, name TWO things they should do.
What is (accept any 2): tell a trusted adult, it's not your fault, call police/authorities, get medical help if needed, call a crisis hotline, document what happened, etc.