Emotional Intelligence
Which do we use more to communicate: verbal, or non-verbal cues?
Nonverbal - up to 90% of communication. Nonverbal includes tone of voice, body language, and eye contact.
What is self-esteem?
Self-esteem is the overall opinion we have of ourselves.
What type of fruit can interact with certain psych meds?
A. apple
B. orange
C. grapefruit
Grapefruit!
Some animals have more than one stomach. Name one animal that does.
Cows, sheep, goats, giraffes, camels, buffalo, deer
The Olympics are held every ___ years.
Four
True or False: you can increase your level of emotional intelligence.
True- as we get older, EQ usually increases as we develop a better ability to recognize our emotions and control our responses.
What are some ways you can reduce stress? (name three)
Get enough sleep, exercise, eat healthy foods, practice deep breathing, talk to a friend/trusted adult, reduce social media time, coping skills, etc.
How long does it take for most antidepressants to become effective?
4-8 weeks
For this animal, it's the males that get pregnant and give birth.
Seahorses
What was the first sport ever created?
(Hint: originated in Rome)
Wrestling
What is it called when we try to understand what others feel and why?
A. sympathy
B. empathy
C. apathy
Empathy
What are the three responses we might have when faced with "danger?"
Fight, flight and freeze
What are some medications we might use to treat ADHD? (name one)
Stimulant - Ritalin, Adderall, Vyvanse, Focalin, Concerta
Non-Stimulant - Strattera, clonidine, guanfacine
Geese often fly in this shape to conserve energy during migration.
V Formation!
When geese fly in a V formation, they conserve energy by using the air currents created by the bird in front of them. This allows them to fly longer distances without tiring as quickly.
How old was Tiger Woods when he won the Masters?
A. 19
B. 21
C. 25
D. 14
21
If someone scored a 70 on the Emotional Intelligence Quiz, does that mean they have a high or a low EQ?
High!
What are some physical symptoms we might experience from prolonged stress?
Upset stomach, headaches, increased heart rate, shaking, sweating, dizziness, increased breathing, etc.
Mental health problems are believed to be caused by a variety of reasons - name at least one contributing factor.
Genetics/family history, trauma, chronic stress, environmental factors, brain chemistry
A group of geese on land is called a gaggle, but in flight, it's called:
A. a skein
B. a murder
C. a dazzle
D. a bloat
A. a skein of geese
B. a murder of crows
C. a dazzle of zebras
D. a bloat of hippopotamuses
How short was the shortest NBA player? (Muggsy Bogues)
A. 4 ft 11 in
B. 5 ft 3 in
C. 5 ft 6 in
D. 6 ft 1 in
B. 5 ft 3 in
What does "EQ" stand for?
Emotional quotient
Name one way you can improve your self-esteem.
- positive affirmations
- do something you've been putting off
- show gratitude to other people
- treat yourself like your best friend
Which neurotransmitters (chemicals in the brain) do psych meds typically affect? (name one)
Serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine
What is the only mammal that lays eggs?
Platypus
What is the only team in the NFL to neither host nor play in the Super Bowl?
Cleveland Browns