Teen Brain
Last part of the brain to develop (26 years)
What is the Frontal Lobe
A range of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior.
What is mental illness
automatic response to any physical or mental demand placed on it
what is stress
This is the process of exchanging information between individuals using spoken words, written text, or non-verbal cues.
What is communication
This domesticated animal is known for being "man's best friend."
What is dog
This hormone, which spikes during adolescence, plays a significant role in mood swings and the desire for social connection.
What is dopamine?
closely associated with stereotypes and are generally negative and liked to a particular circumstance, quality, or person.
What is stigma
the body's way of facing any perceived threat
What is Fight, Flight, Freeze
This type of listening involves making eye contact, nodding, and giving feedback to show you understand and care about what the speaker is saying.
What is active listening?
This large reptile is known for its slow movement and its ability to retract into its shell for protection.
What is turtle?
Teenagers typically need 8-10 hours of sleep, but this area of the brain, responsible for regulating sleep patterns, is still developing during adolescence.
What is the circadian rhythm?
Medication, therapy, self-care
What are treatments for mental illness
This type of conflict occurs between two or more individuals who have opposing views, values, or goals.
What is interpersonal conflict?
This form of communication includes gestures, facial expressions, posture, and eye contact.
What is nonverbal communication
This bird is known for its keen eyesight and sharp talons, often hunting at high altitudes.
What is an eagle?
This brain system, which processes rewards and motivation, is more active in teens, leading to an increased likelihood of engaging in risk-taking behaviors.
What is the limbic system?
This type of therapy helps individuals understand and change their thinking patterns, often used to treat disorders like depression or anxiety.
What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
types of distress
daily hassle, major life event, catastrophic event
This is any factor, such as distractions or misunderstandings, that can hinder the effective exchange of information.
What is a communication barrier?
This large marine mammal is famous for its intelligence, social behavior, and signature breaching of the surface of the water.
What is eagle?
This cognitive skill, which allows teens to think about abstract concepts and consider multiple perspectives, is still developing during adolescence.
What is cognitive flexibility?
This practice, which involves setting aside time each day for quiet reflection, is often linked to improved mental clarity, reduced stress, and greater emotional resilience.
What is mindfulness?
Muscle tension, irritability, drug/alcohol misuse, restlessness, mental illness
What are long term effects of stress
This method involves repeating or summarizing what the speaker has said to confirm understanding and ensure accurate interpretation.
What is paraphrasing?
This ocean-dwelling invertebrate is famous for its ability to change color and squeeze into tight spaces.
What is an octopus?