Physical Health
What are some signs that someone's physical health is struggling?
Fatigue, Heavy Breathing, Rapid Weight Gain or Loss, Muscle aches & Headaches, Heartburn, High Blood Pressure.
You are concerned your friend may be having suicidal thoughts. You are too nervous to ask because you are afraid that you will plant the idea of suicide in her head. Does asking someone if they are having suicidal thoughts plant the idea in their head?
No! Respectfully asking a friend if they are having suicidal thoughts is not going to plant the idea in their head.
Explain some examples of a unhealthy or abusive relationship. (List at least 3)
- Control (controlling what person does and doesn't do)
- Hostility (Can make a person feel uncomfortable or unsafe)
- Dishonesty (Can lead to Trust Issues)
- Disrespect (Verbally and Physically)
- Intimidation
- Physical Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
You want to start practicing working out every day, but have no clue what exercises to start with. What are some simple, but effective beginner exercises.
Start in shorter duration of time and work your way up. Some beginner exercises are walking, jogging lunges, squats, push-ups, dancing (Ex. Zomba), and yoga.
What are some examples of mental illnesses? (List at least 5)
- Behavioral and emotional disorder in children
- Bipolar Effective Disorder
- Depression
- Dissociation and Dissociative Disorder
- Eating Disorder
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Paranoia
Explain some examples of a healthy relationship. (List at least 3)
- Mutual Respect (Respect each other's values and boundaries)
- Honesty (An open honest relationship is very healthy)
- Compromise (Be able to give up something or do something to help your partner and self benefit)
- Individuality
- Good Communication
- Anger Control
On average how many hours of sleep should a teenager (13-18 years of age) be getting every night?
8-10 hours of sleep
What are some ways to improve or work out bettering your mental health?
- Participate in creative activities (Ex. art, gardening, music)
- Spend time in nature
- Looking after your physical health
- Improving sleep habits
Define Social Health.
Our ability to interact and form meaningful relationships with others. Also how comfortably we can adapt in social situations.
To keep our bodies healthy it is very important to exercise them. How long should you try to exercise your body per week? (The exercise could just be going for a walk, doing yoga etc.)
At least 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) of moderate exercise or 75 minutes (1 hour and 15 minutes) of vigorous exercise. This exercise should be spread out evenly over 4-5 throughout the week.
What are some warning signs that a person's mental health is not doing well?
- Looking Stressed/Anxious (Ex. constant fidgeting)
- Dramatic Mood Swings
- Being abnormally quiet or withdrawing themselves from groups
- Substance Abuse
- Suicidal Thoughts
Why is Social Health so important to people?
Social Health is very important because it allows for people to build healthy relationships with others.
Nutrition is a very important component of physical health and keeping our bodies healthy. What are the four main pillars of Nutrition?
Pillar 1: Lean meat, Seafood Dairy
Pillar 2: Fruits & Vegetables
Pillar 3: Whole Grains
Pillar 4: Nuts & Seeds
You notice that one of your friends is starting to withdraw herself from hanging out with the friend group. She has been very quiet recently and you also notice she has not been eating anything at lunch the past few days. You are concerned about her, what should you do?
You could...
- Ask her to participate in the next group get together with you
- Have a calm conversation with her. Ask her "Is anything going on that you would like to talk about" etc.
- Help her seek professional help if necessary
What are some benefits of Social Health? (List at least 3)
- Lower rates of anxiety and depression
- Higher self esteem
- Greater empathy
- More trusting and Cooperative Relationships