January Trivia
True or False: January is traditionally the second coldest month in many of the Northern Hemisphere regions.
False, January is typically the coldest month
True or False: shorter, darker days do not actually contribute to seasonal mood changes such as depressed mood
False, shorter and darker days do contribute to depressed mood and can lead to a type of depression known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
This daily habit helps us unconsciously consolidate memories.
What is sleep?
This item drops at midnight in Times Square.
What is the ball?
What January/New Year themed word means both a promise and a decision?
What is a resolution?
Many cultures believe this color brings luck in the New Year
What is red?
Doctors recommend this simple daily activity to reduce stiffness and keep joints flexible in cold weather.
What is stretching or light exercise/movement?
True or False: Social interaction helps protect against cognitive decline and dementia.
True
Fireworks are meant to scare away this
What are bad spirits or bad luck?
Unscramble: N W O L F A L S
What is snowfall?
January's birthstone is this deep red gem known as
What is garnet?
Light exposure when you wake up in the morning can help regulate this
What is sleep cycle or circadian rhythm?
This nutrient, often from sunlight, supports brain health and is especially important for cold winter months.
What is vitamin D?
In Spain, it is a tradition to eat 12 of these for good luck in the new year.
What are grapes?
This word means a goal that was set with purpose rather than pressure.
What is intention?
This holiday that begins with the new moon (sometimes in January) celebrates the lunar new year.
What is Chinese New Year?
Adequate sleep and hydration help support this body system that fights illness and infection
What is the immune system?
Managing stress can help improve this brain function
What is attention or focus?
What is "Auld Lang Syne"?
Unscramble: G N I G E N B S I N
What are beginnings?