Anger
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of good mental/ emotional health? a. Having a sense of purpose b. Being overwhelmed by everyday challenges c. Having the ability to make safe, responsible decisions d. Being positive and hopeful about life
B
The ability to manage the difficulties that are part of life is called a. reliability. c. hostility. b. resilience. d. empathy
B
According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, which of the following needs must be met first? a. Need to have a group of friends b. Need to feel safe from danger c. Need to reach your potential d. Need to have food and water
D
. signals that tell your mind and body how to react
emotions
being honest, loyal, and reliable
trustworthiness
being accountable for the choices you make
responsibility
Your identity is what sets you apart from other people and determines how you will react in certain situations. T/F and the correct word
F, personality
Negative self-talk is nonhostile comments that point out problems and encourage improvement. T/F and the correct word
F, constructive criticism
mental processes that protect individuals from strong or stressful emotions or situations
defense mechanisms
chemical secreted by glands that regulates the activity of body cells
Hormones
ability to imagine and understand how someone else feels
empathy
Tara forgot to bring her completed homework to school. Although she was upset, she did not blame anyone else for her mistake. Which character trait did Tara demonstrate when she accepted the blame for her actions? a. Citizenship c. Responsibility b. Caring d. Trustworthiness
C
Anger is an emotion that everyone experiences at one time or another. Identify and describe three healthful ways to manage anger.
Sample answer: Doing something relaxing, such as listening to music, is one healthful way to manage anger. Another strategy for managing anger is to rechannel your energy into physical activity. A third healthy way to manage anger is to talk with someone you trust in order to sort out your feelings.
Explain the importance of healthy self-esteem to mental and emotional health. Then, describe two ways to improve self-esteem.
Sample answer: individuals who have health self‐esteem feel good about themselves, can manage life’s disappointments, and have confidence. Each of these factors plays a role in maintaining or improving mental and emotional health. Two steps that can be used to improve self‐esteem include using positive self‐talk and setting goals in writing.
Inviting a new student to join a school club will most likely impact the new student’s a. sense of resiliency. c. sense of belonging. b. sense of competence. d. sense of autonomy.
C
Self-actualization is achieved when a person reaches his or her potential. T/F and correct word
T
Describe two ways that your choice of friends can impact your self esteem.
Sample answer: Your friends can impact your self‐esteem by how the way they treat you makes you feel. Choosing friends who treat you with respect and caring can enhance your self‐esteem. On the other hand, friends who treat you poorly can diminish your self‐esteem. Friends can also positively impact your self‐esteem by introducing you to new activities that can help you discover your talents.
. Describe the impact a role model can have on the development of a healthy identity
Sample answer: Experiences with other people shape identity. A role model, or person whose success or behavior serves as an example, demonstrates actions or characteristics that have a positive impact on identity.
A teen who pouts and stomps her foot when she disagrees with her parents is demonstrating a. projection. c. repression. b. compensation. d. regression.
D
unconscious lack of acknowledgement of something that is obvious to others
denial