Substances
At what age does the prefrontal cortex fully develop?
25
Jan asks Nick to borrow a sheet of paper. Nick repeatedly says no, but Jan grabs his notebook anyway. Which part of F.R.I.E.S is violated?
Freely Given and Enthusiastic
Name three types of privilege.
Ability, gender, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, sexuality, etc.
What is a positive body image?
When a person is able to accept, appreciate and respect their body.
True or False: Media/TV Shows/Movies display accurate healthy relationships
False
Actors often portray an unrealistic relationship, with poor communication and standards
Name the four substances we have talked about in STS this quarter
Alcohol, Opioids, Cannabis, and Vaping
Name two of the four foundations of a healthy relationship.
Boundaries, Communication, Trust, Consent
Define Privilege
Privilege is unearned access or advantage usually determined by someone’s identifiers.
What are two ways you can create a positive body image?
Practice body gratitude, Practice positive self-talk, Surround yourself with good energy (less social media)
What does SOCM @ Fieldston stand for?
Why are substances so harmful to the teenage brain?
The brain is still developing, substances affect the prefrontal cortex (doesn't fully develop till 25), which controls decision-making and impulse control.
What does F.R.I.E.S stand for?
F -- Freely Given, R -- Reversible, I -- Informed, E -- Enthusiastic, S -- Specific
Define a Microaggression.
“death by a thousand little cuts”
"the everyday, subtle, intentional - and oftentimes unintentional - interactions or behaviors that communicate some sort of bias towards historically marginalized groups"
What are three mental health resources available to you?
Your Family and Friends, Your Advisor, Counseling Team, Mr. Alschuler, Ms. Koomson-Davis, Ms. Gee, Any of the STS Leaders
What is Social Media Literacy?
The ability to critically engage with social media content. This means being able to understand and analyze the messages that are being communicated, as well as the context in which they are being shared. (And finding trustworthy sources for information)
Name two symptoms of withdrawal.
Stomach pain, fever, vomiting, muscle aches, cravings.
Define integrity. How can it apply to healthy relationships?
Integrity means staying true to your values, which helps create a stronger sense of connection and understanding between people, making it easier to build trust.
What are two ways to positively and impactfully respond to a microaggression?
Teach the person who made the offense that impact is more important than intent, Seek out trusted adults for support, Provide accurate information to challenge stereotypes
Name three ways to positively improve your Mental Health
Sleep, Exercise, Doing something you love, Meditation
What is the Good Samaritan law?
The New York State 911 Good Samaritan Law allows people to call 911 without fear of arrest if they (or someone they know) are having a drug or alcohol overdose that requires emergency medical care.
What blood alcohol percentage deems you legally intoxicated and unfit to drive?
Answer: 0.08%
What type of Consent can be assumed based on what someone is wearing or their style?
NONE!
You cannot assume consent based on someone's choice of clothing or style
Explain how privilege and microaggressions are connected: How can we combat and respond to discrimination?
Those in marginalized groups (without certain privileges) are often the targets of microaggressions.
Be aware of your privilege, and how that impacts the people around you (regardless of what types of privilege they have)
Name the four aspects of Body Image and explain each one
Four aspects of Body Image: Perceptual, Cognitive, Affective, Behavioral
Perceptual: how you see your body
Cognitive: How you think about your body
Affective: How you feel about your body
Behavioral: How you behave towards your body
What is THC found in? Name THREE ways it affects the body.
Cannabis
Attaches to receptors in the brain and overwhelms body systems, hyperactivity, nausea, loss of inhibitions (longer-term): psychosis, decreased motivation/attention, paranoia