Suicide Prevention
What is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number?
988
Yes. Concussions are short term impairments of the brain caused by an unexpected jolt. CTE is the long term effect of repetitive concussions caused to the brain without proper care/recovery time.
CTE can only be diagnosed after death.
Define psychological health
a broad dimension of health and wellness that encompasses both mental and emotional health
Define Nutrition
the scientific study of food and its physiological functions
It investigates the effects of diet on your body and health
Define what a vape is.
A device that is used to inhale vapor that contains flavoring and nicotine.
How is social media play a role in mental health/suicide?
Social media can help but also hurt people. Online bullying can be a negative aspect on social media. However, social media can be positive. Promoting businesses, complimenting others through posts and pictures.
With the big hits/violence
What is distress
Stress resulting from a bad stressor
Define Metabolism
the process by which your body converts food into energy
List 3 or more forms of tobacco products
Vapes, cigarettes, smokeless tobacco
Who is Kevin Hines?
A suicide attempt survivor. He attempted by jumping off the golden gate bridge, but he survived.
Who was the doctor that had no prior knowledge of the NFL and did the autopsy on Mike Webster?
Dr. Bennet Omalu
Define General Adaptation Syndrome
An adaptive response consisting of three stages through which the body strives to maintain or restore homeostasis.
The three stages are the alarm phase, resistance phase, and the exhaustion phase
List the 6 classes of nutrients
1. Carbohydrates
2. Proteins
3. Fats (lipids)
4. Water
5. Vitamins
6. Minerals
Why do people vape/smoke
peer pressure, to fit in, cope with stress
How can you help someone who might present with suicidal thoughts or warning signs?
Listen to them, be there for them, offer help/support, tell a a trusted adult.
How is Mike Webster relevant to the topic Concussions?
Mike Webster was the center for the Pittsburg Steelers. He was one of the first points of contact during every play in a NFL game. He would endure concussions continuously and would not take the time to properly heal. He eventually died of a heart attack but was later examined and determined to be the first person who had a disease called CTE.
list 5 physical reactions to stress
1. pupils dilate
2. sweating
3. trembling
4. Increased blood pressure
5. Digestive system slows
Describe what happens when you eat low glycemic index foods. And high glycemic index foods.
When you eat low glycemic foods, glucose seeps slowly into your bloodstream and your pancreas releases a smaller amount of insulin. You feel full for longer.
When you eat high glycemic foods, foods are quickly broken down into glucose, which flows rapidly into your bloodstream. Your pancreas releases large amounts of insulin. You feel hungry quickly.
List some long-term effects of smoking/vaping
Lung Cancer, yellow stained teeth, Cardiovascular health issues
List 5 warning signs of suicide
1. talking about it
2. withdrawal from social contact
3. getting the means
4. increase use of drugs & alcohol
5. saying good-bye to people as if they won't be seen again
Describe what happens to the brain when hit at high speed
When the body is hit and jolted, the brain is free floating in fluid in the skull and gets disturbed by hitting the sides of the skull causing small "brain bleeds". If repeated hits happen, the brain starts to slowly break down and not repair itself. Permanent brain damage can happen
List the 4 components of health
physical
mental
social
emotional
You have to drink water to replace what? (there are 5)
What you lose in
1. sweat
2. urine
3. feces
4. evaporation off your skin
5. exhalation of breath from your lungs
What chemicals can you find in vapes?
Nicotine, Diacetyl, Metals, Formaldehyde, Lead, Propylene glycol, Benzene, Cadmium, and many more