Anxiety & Trauma
For over six months, Dylan has worried daily about school, money, health, and relationships. Even when nothing is wrong, he feels tense and can’t shut his mind off.
What is… Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Emma cannot stop thinking that germs will make her sick. To calm herself, she washes her hands repeatedly until they become raw.
What is… Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?
This stage of sleep is most associated with vivid dreaming and emotional memory processing.
What is… REM sleep?
The approximate number of calories most moderately active 18-year-old boys need per day to maintain energy and health.
What is… about 2,400–2,800 calories?
A practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
What is… Mindfulness?
Without warning, Ava experiences sudden episodes of pounding heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, and fear she is dying. She now avoids places where these episodes occurred.
What is… Panic Disorder?
The unwanted, intrusive thought that something terrible will happen unless a ritual is completed.
What is… An obsession?
A hormone released at night that helps regulate the sleep–wake cycle.(Also in capsule form)
What is… Melatonin?
The macronutrient that should make up the largest portion of an 18-year-old male’s daily diet and fuels the brain and workouts.
What is… Carbohydrates?
Sleep experts recommend that most adults aim for at least this many hours of sleep each day for overall health.
What is… 7 hours of sleep per day?
Before class presentations, Noah feels overwhelming fear of embarrassment, avoids eye contact, and sometimes skips school to avoid being judged.
What is… Social Anxiety Disorder?
For three weeks, Hannah has felt persistently sad, exhausted, and uninterested in activities she once enjoyed.
What is… Major Depressive Disorder?
Chronic sleep deprivation most directly impairs this brain region responsible for decision-making and impulse control.
What is… The prefrontal cortex?
The recommended daily protein intake for an average 18-year-old male, needed for muscle repair, hormones, and growth.
What is… about 100 grams of protein per day?
Health guidelines recommend adults get at least this much moderate-intensity exercise each week
What is… 150 minutes of physical activity per week (≈ 30 min/day)?
After surviving a violent accident, Chris has nightmares, avoids reminders, and feels constantly on edge.
What is… Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
The repetitive behavior performed to reduce anxiety caused by an obsession.
What is… A compulsion?
A sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, often leading to daytime fatigue.
What is… Sleep apnea?
The approximate amount of water an 18-year-old male should consume daily to support hydration, focus, and physical performance. (In Liters)
What is… about 3–4 liters of water per day?
The approximate median household income in Philadelphia in recent years, reflecting typical earnings for local families.
What is… about $40,000?
Liam refuses to ride elevators or cross bridges because he fears being trapped or unable to escape.
What is… Specific Phobia?
A period of abnormally elevated mood, energy, and risky behavior.
What is… Mania?
A condition in which the body is physically exhausted but the brain remains hyper-alert, often due to chronic stress or trauma.
What is… Insomnia?
A common nutritional mistake among 18-year-old boys that can lead to fatigue, poor focus, and increased stress during the school day.
What is… Skipping meals (especially breakfast)?
Reducing unnecessary possessions, commitments, or distractions to focus on what matters most.
What is… Minimalism?