Mental Wellness
This daily practice involves focusing on the present moment and can help reduce anxiety.
Mindfulness
Experts recommend getting at least this many hours of sleep per night for teens.
8-10
This breathing technique involves inhaling for 4 seconds, holding for 7, and exhaling for 8 seconds.
Deep breathing
Experts recommend at least this many minutes of moderate exercise per week.
150 minutes.
Name one activity that boosts the production of endorphins, the "feel-good" hormones.
Exercise
Name one habit to maintain personal hygiene.
This activity, which uses creativity, is often recommended to reduce stress.
Coloring/ Drawing
This activity strengthens your muscles and bones and can be done with your own body weight.
Strength Training.
True or False: Visiting the wellness center to talk to your counselor when you're feeling overwhelmed about stress or personal issues is a form of self care?
True
Avoiding this device for an hour before bed improves sleep quality.
Cell phone/ Game System.
Listening to this type of music can help you feel calmer.
Calming or instrumental music. Also, nature sounds.
Stretching before and after physical activity helps prevent these.
Injuries
This type of thinking, focusing on the positive, can improve mental health.
Positive Thinking
Doing this for 20 minutes a day outdoors can improve mood and focus.
Walk and/or spending time in nature.
Name one sign that you might be experiencing too much stress.
Overwhelmed or having trouble sleeping.
Overwhelmed with emotions.
This form of exercise, often done in water, is both fun and beneficial for your joints.
Swimming.
Talking to a trusted adult or counselor is a good strategy for managing this feeling
Stress
Creating a consistent morning routine can help set the tone for a productive day. Name one step in a morning routine.
Eating Breakfast.
This type of exercise combines physical movement with mindfulness and helps reduce stress.
Yoga
True or False: Eating healthy and focusing on nutrition doesn't matter in regards to self care.
False