Nutrition
What is an alternative beverage when trying to eliminate sugary/sodium substances?
Water
What is the minimal time you should exercise per day?
21 Minutes
Which mental issue causes an individual to feel sad or have thoughts of suicide/self-harm?
Depression
When do signs of PTSD start to present?
1 Month - 1 Year
What is the definition of Coping?
The efforts one takes to minimize stress
How do you recognize when you are drinking enough fluids and remaining hydrated throughout the day?
Rarely thirsty, and urine is yellow or clear to color
What is the intensity you should try to achieve for your heart rate?
Moderate
What type of anxiety is an extreme or irrational fear of something?
Phobia
What is one risk factor that could lead to PTSD?
Stressful Experiences, First Responders, Substance Use, Lack of Support System, Family History, Temperament, Irregular Chemicals in Stressful Experiences
Should you use negative or positive coping when stressed?
Positive
What is a government website that can help assist with proper portions of meals?
How many calories roughly equals one pound of fat?
3500 calories
Who can you call if you have thoughts or feelings of suicide?
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
What are two events that could eventually lead to PTSD?
Combat Exposure, Sexual Violence, Abuse, Threatened with Weapons
What is one high risk behavior we went over?
Smoking, drinking, substance abuse, rage
What are the core elements of food sources from the ChooseMyPlate.gov?
Grains, Proteins, Fruits, Dairy, Vegetables
What is the minimal time you should exercise per week?
150 Minutes or 2.5 Hours
What is one risk factor for depression?
Blood Relatives with Depression, Traumatic/Stressful Events, Certain Medications, Alcohol/Substance Use.
Nightmares or recurring unwanted memories would be listed under what category of symptoms?
Intrusive Memories
What is one positive coping mechanism we went over?
Breathing, exercise, talking with sponsor/trusted friend
If you are exercising, what should you be doing to remain hydrated?
Drinking plenty of fluids
How does exercise help the brain?
It causes the brain to have new neural patterns, decreases inflammation, releases endorphins that create a sense of wellbeing, and distraction.
What is one method to “Help Yourself” when treating depression or Anxiety?
Eat Balanced Meals, Get Enough Sleep, Count to 10 Slowly
What are one of the four classifications of signs/symptoms?
Avoidance, Intrusive Memories, Negative Changes in Thinking/Mood, & Physical Reaction Changes
What is one concept that we must give ourselves when we feel that we have failed?
Grace