PL
The PL in the PLEASE skill stands for
Physical iLlness
The E in the PLEASE skill stands for
What is Balanced Eating
The A in the PLEASE skill stands for
What is Avoid mood-altering substances
The S in the PLEASE skill stands for
What is Sleep?
The E in the PLEASE skill stands for
Name 3 ways you can take care of your physical health
visit the doctor when necessary, take medications as prescribed, get enough sleep, eat healthy foods, exercise, etc
This nutrient provides the body with energy and is found in foods such as rice, bread, fruit, and potatoes.
What are Carbohydrates?
What are 2 negative ways substance can implact you mental or physical health?
Sleep, appetite, lung function
Avoiding this substance, commonly found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks, can promote better sleep.
What is Caffeine?
Exercise can help reduce this feeling that is often associated with anxiety.
What is stress
About how many cups of total water does the average adult need each day?
About 11-15 cups per day, including water from both food and beverages.
Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and beans are good sources of this nutrient that supports digestion.
What is Fiber?
Using strong forms of this drug can be linked to development of psychosis and schizophrenia.
What is Cannabis?
What is the ideal bedroom environment for restful sleep?
A cool, dark, and quiet bedroom, improves sleep quality.
Exercise is needed to help this organ pump blood and deliver oxygen and nutrients to your cells
Heart
____ is an example of physical symptoms associated with anxiety.
What is stomach pain, headache, chest discomfort, muscle tension, diarrhea, etc.
What food item is 100% protein?
Beans
Using stimulant drugs (such as nicotine and amphetamines) can increase the likelihood of what mental condition.
Paranoia
Also linked to increase r/f depression and anxiety.
This natural hormone often referred to as the "sleep hormone" helps regulate sleep-wake cycles.
What is Melatonin?
Exercise can help decrease symptoms of this disorder characterized by excessive fear or worry.
What is anxiety?
Name 2 symptoms associated with hypoglycemia (low blood glucose).
Shaky, sweaty, dizzy, confused
What percentage of watermelon is water?
92%
What are the 3 ways Narcan can be administered?
Intranasal, subcutaneous, and intra-muscular
This neurotransmitter is involved in both the brain's reward system and regulation of sleep-wake cycles.
What is Dopamine?
This hormone is released when you exercise, which contributes to reducing pain and improved mood.
What is Endorphins?