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True or false: Most people my age use marijuana
False. In 2024, around 7.2% of 8th graders nationwide reported having ever used marijuana. For 12th graders, it was 26% of all students nationwide.
True or False: Most people do not experience anxiety.
False. Most people experience anxiety at some point, as it's a normal physiological and emotional response to stress, potential danger, or uncertainty.
Agree or Disagree: Smoking cigarettes makes you look cool.
Disagree. Smoking has become socially unacceptable in most places.
Agree or Disagree: I would say NO if someone tried to get me to use marijuana or hashish (cannabis concentrate product).
Agree. Marijuana affects a developing brain, altering memory, judgment, and motor skills. It makes learning, memorizing, and staying focused more difficult. It also leaves you vulnerable to some mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.
True or False: Measuring how far you have come toward reaching your goal is important.
True. A good goal should be measurable, so you can tell whether you have achieved it or how much further you have to improve before you do. A good goal should also be realistic (possible to accomplish), manageable (can be broken down into smaller goals), and meaningful (something you want to do).
True or False: Mental rehearsal is a poor relaxation technique
False. Mental Rehersal is a way to cope with anxiety in which you imagine yourself multiple times in an important situation feeling completely relaxed and confident while practicing what you will say and/or do. While everyone has different coping mechanisms, this one is recommended often due to its effectiveness.
Agree or Disagree: Kids who drink alcohol have more friends.
Disagree. Most people don't notice how much others are drinking or even what they are drinking. Therefore, drinking is not an activity that can determine whether someone will have more or fewer friends.
Agree or disagree: I would say NO if someone tried to get me to use a prescription drug that was prescribed for someone else.
Agree. Using someone else's prescription medication puts you at risk for overdose, increased illness, seizures, heart palpitations, allergic reactions, organ damage, stroke, coma, and other serious medical issues.
True or False: Smoking reduces a person’s endurance for physical activity
True. Smoking reduces the oxygen in your heart, lungs, and muscles, leading to fatigue and reduced physical fitness. It can also leave you vulnerable to other diseases and conditions (ex., cancer, respiratory disease, heart disease, etc).
True or False: Almost all people who are assertive are either rude or hostile.
False. To be assertive means expressing your needs, thoughts, and feelings clearly and respectfully, while also respecting the rights and needs of others, without being passive or aggressive. Being rude or hostile is not a part of being assertive.
Agree or disagree: Drinking alcohol makes you look cool.
Disagree. Drinking alcohol can lead to fighting, arguing, and violence; talking louder than usual; silliness, giddiness, and giggling; and other foolish or obnoxious behavior.
Agree or disagree: If I find that something is really difficult, I get frustrated and quit.
Disagree. While feeling overwhelmed by something is valid, don't automatically quit. Consider taking a break, assessing the situation, and finding strategies to persevere or adjust your approach.
True or False: Alcohol is a depressant
True. A depressant is a drug that slows down brain activity and reduces the function of neurotransmitters, leading to relaxation, sedation, impaired judgment and coordination, and slowed reaction times. These are the same effects caused by alcohol.
True or false: Sense of humor is an example of a non-physical attribute.
True. A non-physical attribute refers to qualities or characteristics that are not physical, such as emotions, ideas, personality, or beliefs.
Agree or disagree: Smoking cigarettes lets you have more fun.
Disagree. Most health experts agree that cigarette smoking is one of the most serious causes of death and disability in this country, making it a not-fun activity to engage in.
Agree or disagree: I have opportunities to develop and improve myself for the future.
Agree. Not only do you have opportunities, but you can also create opportunities for yourself to improve, whether it's through learning new skills, improving habits, or working on your mindset.
True or False: A stimulant is a chemical that calms down the body.
False. A Stimulant is a class of drug that speeds up the message traveling between the brain and the body. They can make a person feel more awake, alert, or energetic.
True or false: It’s better to be polite and lead someone on, even if you don’t want to go out with them.
False. Leading someone on is making them believe that you want to have a relationship (friendship, dating, etc.) with them when you actually don't. It can lead to misunderstandings and bad feelings between you.
Agree or Disagree: In order to cope with stress or anxiety, I would breathe in slowly for a count of four, then hold my breath in for a count of four, and slowly exhale for a count of four.
Agree. Breathing exercises are like giving our bodies a gentle hug. They help our heart rate slow down and our muscles relax, making us feel calmer and peaceful. They also help us clear our minds and stop worrying about things that are stressing us out. There are different breathing exercises aside from 4-4-4, so feel free to research which ones work best for you.
Agree or disagree: I would tell someone to go to the end of the line if they try to cut ahead of me.
Agree. In general, you should do your best and be assertive to maintain order and respect for yourself and others' time. This includes telling someone to go to the end of the line if they try to cut ahead. Be polite and calm, and don't escalate the situation.