Technology: Risks, benefits, etc.
Name a benefit of technology
What is convenience?
Name two ways to protect your personal information online.
What is enabling two-factor authentication and keeping profiles private?
Name two factors that can impact mental health
What is stress and sleep quality?
This type of communication focuses on listening carefully, understanding, and responding appropriately to others.
What is active listening?
This practice helps reduce stress and increase focus by staying in the present moment.
What is mindfulness?
Name one risk of technology use for teenagers
What is sharing personal information online, leading to privacy and safety concerns?
The practice of checking if someone is telling the truth or spreading falsehoods online is known as this.
What is fact-checking?
This hormone is often called the "stress hormone."
What is Cortisol?
Name the 4 communication styles discussed in class.
What is assertive, passive, passive-aggressive, and aggressive?
This strategy involves taking a break, going for a walk, or doing something you enjoy to clear your mind when feeling overwhelmed.
What is self-care?
Technology addiction and how it affects the brain
What is overuse that alters brain chemistry, leading to dependency?
Name one benefit and one risk of social media.
What is connecting with friends (benefit) and disrupting sleep (risk).
Describe the difference between mental health and mental illness.
What is mental illness is a medical condition, while mental health refers to overall emotional well-being?
Name the 3 ways to handle peer pressure as discussed in class
What are refusal skills, delay techniques, and negotiation skills?
Name two strategies to cope with stress.
What are practicing relaxation techniques and talking to someone you trust?
Name three tips for using technology safely
What is limit screen time, use strong passwords, and avoid sharing personal details online?
Describe digital detox and its importance
What is taking a break from screens to reduce stress and improve focus?
Name two signs of good mental health
What is positive self-esteem and the ability to handle stress effectively?
Name two delay techniques phrases that could be used in a high-pressure situation
What is “Let me think about it” or “I’ll get back to you later."
Name three support systems you can use during stressful times
What is friends, family, teachers, mentors, etc.?
Name and describe a long term effect of excessive technology use.
What is attention span due to the increase of dopamine levels when using social media and lack of when not?
This social media term refers to showcasing only the positive aspects of one’s life, often leading to a skewed public perception.
What is curated content?
Describe a common misconception about mental illness
What is, that people with mental illness cannot recover or lead normal lives?
Name the communication style that is most affective and explain why.
What is assertive communication because it expresses thoughts and feelings clearly and respectfully while considering others?
Describe how sleep hygiene contributes to mental wellness.
What is it helps regulate emotions and improve cognitive functioning?