physical health
Name three addictive but legal drugs
caffeine, alcohol, nicotine
How does having a good sleep schedule improve mental health
It improves the ability to think clearly, solve problem and controls emotions and behavior
What is social wellness?
Social wellness is the ability to thrive socially and communicate with others
Explain 2 ways to improve physical wellness
exercise regularly, stop smoking, eat healthy foods and have balanced nutrition
Name a technique to help manage emotions and calm mental health
deep breathing, exercise, journalling, talking about the problem
How do you ask for consent?
Talk about the actions beforehand, be sure everyone feels comfortable, make sure to accept rejection,
How does physical health influence mental health?
Bad physical health leads to an increased risk of developing mental health problems such as high levels of stress and depression
What should you do if your friend confesses they have a mental health problem?
Listen to them/encourage them to seek help, show them help resources, if the problem gets worse then tell someone else
What are signs of doing well socially?
choosing to spend free time with others, good communication, having many trustworthy friends
How often should people get STI/STD tested?
Every 6 months
What are 3 symptoms of anxiety?
Trouble concentrating, feeling irritable, panic attacks, irrational fears
What should you do if your partner changes their mind about intimacy?
Remember its okay for people to change their minds, talk about it, dont try to convince them or force them to do anything,
Explain what stimulant drugs are and give an example
Stimulants speed up messages traveling between the brain and body.
Ex: cocaine
What does ACT stand for in suicide prevention?
Acknowledge, Care, Tell
How can addiction negatively impact relationships?
Addiction can lead to violence towards others, lashing out, can cause feelings of anger or mistrust