General Health
What vitamin do you get mainly from sunlight?
Vitamin D
What is one healthy way to reduce stress? (Name one)
Answer examples: Exercise, deep breathing, journaling, talking to someone
What is one trait of a healthy friendship?
Trust, respect, communication, support, kindness
How many minutes of physical activity are teens recommended to get daily?
At least 60 minutes
What does it mean to “express your emotions” in a healthy way?
Talking about them, journaling, art, etc.
How many hours of sleep do most teens need per night?
Answer: 8–10 hours
True or False: Mental health is just as important as physical health.
True
True or False: Peer pressure can influence your health decisions.
True
What muscle pumps blood throughout your body?
The heart
True or False: Ignoring your feelings is the best way to deal with them.
False
What body system includes the brain and spinal cord?
The nervous system
What mental health condition is characterized by excessive worry or fear?
Anxiety
What is assertive communication?
Expressing your thoughts and needs respectfully and confidently or directly
What type of exercise improves heart and lung health?
Cardiovascular (cardio) exercise
What skill helps you understand and manage your own emotions?
Emotional regulation (or self-awareness)
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
What chemical in the brain is often called the “feel-good” neurotransmitter?
Dopamine
What are refusal skills?
Refusal skills are a set of skills designed to help people avoid participating in high-risk behaviors.
What mineral is important for strong bones and teeth?
Calcium
What is empathy?
The ability to understand and share someone else’s feelings
What organ removes toxins from your blood and helps with digestion?
The liver
What term describes when someone feels emotionally, physically, and mentally exhausted due to prolonged stress?
Burnout
What does S.T.O.P stand for when demonstrating refusal skills?
S - Say No
T - Tell Them How You Feel
O - Offer Something Else
P - Promptly Leave/Walk away or Ignore
What is the name of the body system responsible for fighting off infections?
The immune system
What term describes being able to bounce back after difficult situations?
Resilience