Wellness Basics
What does the term “wellness” include besides not being sick?
Body, mind, emotions, and relationships.
Which nutrient is the body’s main source of quick energy?
Carbohydrates
Name two common mental illnesses mentioned in class.
Anxiety and depression.
What addictive chemical is found in tobacco products?
Nicotine
What is consent?
A clear, direct yes
Name the four dimensions of wellness.
Physical, emotional, intellectual, and social.
Name two health benefits of eating fiber.
Lowers cholesterol and helps prevent overeating
What is one physical symptom that can appear during anxiety?
Rapid heartbeat, rapid breathing, sweaty palms, upset stomach
What does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Concentration.
Name two healthy communication skills useful in relationships.
Active listening and expressing feelings clearly (also respectful feedback, body‑language awareness).
True or False:
Health is only “healthy” or “unhealthy.”
False — health exists on a continuum
What does the Nutrition Facts label always show about packaged food?
Ingredients, serving size and calories per serving (and percent Daily Value).
Give two warning signs that someone might be considering suicide.
Withdrawal from friends and giving away possessions (also changes in sleep/eating, loss of interest, neglecting appearance).
Name two long-term health risks of heavy alcohol use.
Liver damage and increased risk of certain cancers (also high blood pressure, heart problems, neurological damage).
List two warning signs of an unhealthy or abusive relationship.
Being forced into sexual activity and constant verbal or physical abuse (also feeling used, ignored, or controlled).
What does “health literacy” mean?
The ability to find, understand, and use health information.
List two safe food-handling steps that help prevent foodborne illness.
Wash hands and cook foods to the proper temperature
Name one thing you should do immediately if someone threatens suicide.
Get help immediately — find a trusted adult, call 911, or call a suicide hotline.
What are the four stages of substance misuse listed in class?
Experimentation, regular use, tolerance, and dependency/addiction.
What is one immediate safety step you can take if you feel unsafe walking at night?
Go to a well-lit public place, call someone, or avoid walking alone (or call for a safe ride).
What does SMART stand for in SMART goals?
Specific, Measurable, Action, Realistic, Timely
True or False:
The FDA requires a Nutrition Facts label on most packaged foods.
True
True or False:
Therapy can help change unhealthy thinking patterns.
True
True or False:
E-cigarettes and hookah are completely safe alternatives to smoking.
False — they still deliver nicotine and other harmful chemicals.
True or False:
Sexual activity is always consensual if someone does not say “no.”
False — consent must be clear and voluntary; absence of “no” is not consent.