Parts of the brain
The part of your brain that is responsible for planning, decision-making, and regulating behavior and emotions
What is the prefrontal cortex
Scoring the winning goal in a soccer game
What is ENDORPHINS and DOPAMINE!
How many feel good chemicals did we cover?
4
No harmful side effects
What is Natural Joy
Doing something active and playing a _____ you love.
What is sports?
the ____ ____ controls various cognitive and executive functions, including personality, behavior, movement, memory, planning, and decision-making, social skills, emotional regulation, and language
What is the Frontal Lobe
Laughing with friends at lunch
What is OXYTOCIN and SEROTONIN!
_____ creates a rush of excitement
What is Endorphins
Disruptive to your body's systems
What is Artificial Joy
A state of rest/calmness and a way to let your body grow.
What is sleep?
the ______ ____ connects brain to body; transmits nerve signals; controls reflexes
What is the Spinal Cord
Finishing a difficult math problem
What is DOPAMINE!
______ rewards your achievement
What is Dopamine
Temporary feelings
What is Artificial Joy
Pay attention to your _____, as certain foods can impact mood
What is a healthy diet?
_______ ____ is the visual processing center of the brain, located at the back of the head
What is the Occipital Lobe
Taking a walk outside on a sunny day
What is SEROTONIN!
_____ strengthens your friendship bonds
What is Oxytocin
____ Works with your bodies chemistry.
What is Natural Joy?
Engage in activities you enjoy and that provide a sense of accomplishment.
What are hobbies?
a major processing center for emotions
What is the Amygdala
Helping a classmate who dropped their books
What is OXYTOCIN!!
_____ Creates a happy content feeling
What is Serotonin
____ builds lasting happiness skills.
What is Natural Joy?
Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques to reduce stress and increase awareness.
What is Meditation