Sleep
How much sleep does an adult need?
7 to 8 hours a night
CAN
You should ALWAYS wear your seatbelt.
TRUE/FALSE
TRUE
What are the warning signs of stress?
Mood swings, irritability, short temper, depression, anxiety
What is it called when you distort your own body image?
Body dysmorphia
One consequence of not getting enough sleep is...
Examples: drowsiness, unfocused, depression, high blood pressure, increased risk of heart attacks
Poor mental health increases the risk for chronic physical conditions like...
a) Heart disease
b) Stroke
c) Cancer
d) All of the above.
d) All of the above.
What factors can negatively impact your ability to drive safely?
Fatigue, medications or food
3 main causes of stress?
Work/education demands
Financial matters
Changes in personal life
Illness/injury
Family/relationship struggles
Which college major is the most stressful?
Architecture, Engineering, and Nursing
One warning sign of sleep deprivation?
Drowsiness, immediately falling asleep when going to bed, etc.
Mental health is an important part of overall health and well-being.
TRUE/FALSE
TRUE
What should you do with your phone when you get a call while driving?
What does stress do to your body?
No energy
Trouble sleeping
Stomach aches
Chest pains
Headaches
What is it called when you put off tasks until the last minute?
Procrastination
How can I get a better night's sleep?
Set a better sleep schedule
Exercise more
Avoid caffeine, nicotine, alcohol
Reduce phone usage before going to bed
If you know someone with poor mental health, you can help by...
Reaching out and letting them know that health is available
What are some things you should NOT do while driving? List 4.
Don't multi-task, like talking or texting, eating and drinking, or fiddling with the stereo, entertainment, or navigation system.
How can you reduce or avoid stress? Give 3 examples.
Exercise, meditation, eating a balanced/healthy diet, spending time w/ friends and family, self-care, seeking help
What hormone is the stress hormone?
Cortisol
Do older adults experience more sleep problems?
Not necessarily, they are just more prone to insomnia and REM sleep issues
Suicide is the _______ leading cause of death among people ages 15-34 in the United States.
2nd
What blood alcohol content is illegal when driving as an adult?
It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or more if you are older than 21.
What percentage of teens feel stressed?
58%
What does SADD stand for?
Students Against Destructive Decisions