Stress
True or False? Stress effects everyone differently.
True
True or False? A person with a positive self image is less likely to give into peer pressure and more likely to stand up for their own beliefs.
True
True or False? It is okay for a person to use a prescription that isn't theirs as long as they are using it for the right reason.
False
What is the addictive substance in tobacco?
Nicotine
What is the best way for most people to get the nutrition they need in order to stay healthy?
- Eat foods from each food group.
- Follow the "my plate" guidelines
How can someone reduce stress?
- Hanging out with friends
- Exercising
- Time management
- Talking to a trusted adult
Which term refers to what a person thinks about himself or herself?
Self Image
If someone you know is being bullied, what is the best thing you can do to help them?
Tell a trusted adult, like a teacher or counselor.
What are some effects of tobacco use?
- Increases the effects of asthma
- Deposits tar in the lungs
- Damages the lungs
- Causes difficulty breathing
What happens to extra calories when they are not used for energy?
They are stored as fat.
If a person is feeling stress from a particular situation, what is the first thing they should do?
Remove themselves from the stressful situation and try to calm down and relax.
How does a person with high self esteem act?
- Behaves with confidence
- Makes their own choices
- Is not swayed by peer pressure
- Looks for new challenges
Before riding a bike, what should you do?
- Make sure you have a helmet.
- Check to make sure you have reflectors and properly inflated tires.
What does the warning label on cigarettes tell people?
The harmful effects of tobacco use, especially how it can cause cancer and/or death.
What are some examples of healthy nutrition habits?
- Eating 3 - 5 small meals per day.
- Consuming a small percentage of daily calories from fat.
- Drinking several glasses of water each day.
- Eating foods from each food group.
What is Eustress?
Normal, everyday stress that can be positive because it can bring out the best in people. An example would be getting a good grade on an assignment you studied hard for, or scoring in a big game that you practiced for.
If you have a dispute with a friend or family member, what is the best way to handle it?
Speak to the person directly in a respectful and honest manner about how you are feeling.
What is the most important safety tip to follow when swimming?
Have an adult present
Which type of drug classification is tobacco considered?
A stimulant
Which foods provide the most protein?
- Meats like chicken or steak
- Seafood
- Eggs
- Nuts and seeds
- Beans and peas
If you are angry, it can cause you stress. What are some physical signs of stress that a person might feel?
- Increased heart rate and breathing
- Muscles tense up
- Upset stomach
- Loss of emotional control
How can you support someone who is severely depressed and possibly suicidal?
- Do not leave them alone
- Help the person get appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
When talking about sun safety, what are the most important safety tips?
- Avoid the sun between the hours of 10 AM and 4 PM.
- Avoid tanning beds.
- Use sunscreen when outdoors.
- Wear protective clothing, a hat, or use an umbrella to shield yourself from the sun.
How does chewing tobacco and snuff affect the body differently than smoking cigarettes? Which part of the body is at the greatest risk?
- Lesions in the mouth that may lead to mouth cancer
- Increased risk of mouth or throat cancer instead of lung cancer
Which foods provide "healthier" sources of fat? (Unsaturated fats)
- Avocados
- Peanut butter
- Nuts and seeds
- Fish