Social Wellness
What are the two types of communication?
Verbal and nonverbal
Over 40% of the US population has what weight-related disease?
Obesity
Definition: the process of establishing behaviors to ensure holistic well-being of oneself, to promote health, and to actively management of illness when it occurs.
Self Care
What is the unit of measurement for energy in food?
Calories
Definition: the faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information.
What are the two main types?
Short term and Long term Memory
Name 2 examples of nonverbal communication
Facial Expression, Posture, Stance, Gestures, etc.
In America, are men or women more likely to be considered in poor health?
Women, just barely!
However, Men experience more unique health problems.
What are 2 most common mental illnesses worldwide?
Anxiety, Depression
How many macronutrients are there and what are they?
3 - carbohydrates, lipids (fats), and proteins
What are two things that we should do daily to stay intellectually sharp?
Sleep, exercise, eat healthy foods, be creative, be social, etc.
They govern what we are willing to do and not do; say and hear; and give and receive.
Boundaries
What is the number one most preventable cause of death in the US?
Tobacco use
1 in every ___ US adults experience mental illness every year.
5
20% of American adults!
Eating small, frequent meals can help to raise your _______.
Metabolism
Describes the idea that people have different types of intelligence, and that people can excel in different areas: such as Bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, musical, logical, etc
Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Definition: a network of people or facilities that provide an individual with practical or emotional support, money, encouragement, or mutual assistance.
Support System
The CDC recommends how many minutes of physical activity per week?
At least 150 minutes.
A combination of aerobic and muscle strengthening!
Definition: the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we're doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what's going on around us.
Mindfulness!
What is one food swap you could make in order to incorporate a plant-based protein?
Hamburger --> Black Bean Burger
Chicken --> Tofu
How many different jobs will the average person have in their lifetime?
12 jobs
Name 3 characteristics of a healthy relationship.
Respect, Vulnerability, Trust, Honesty, Empathy, Kindness, Boundaries, Commitment, Thoughtfulness, Forgiveness, Affection, Gentleness, Appreciation, Validation, etc.
What percentage of a 24-hour day should be spent sleeping?
33%
8 hours a day!
what factors can contribute to mental illness?
Genetic, Environmental,Brain Chemistry, Hormonal, physical, Beliefs, financial, etc.
What are the 4 main food groups? Name one healthy item from each.
Fruits - berries, bananas, apples, etc.
Vegetables - broccoli, carrots, zucchini, etc.
Protein - chicken, fish, beans, nuts
Grains - whole grain bread/pasta, brown rice
Definition: the brain’s capacity to continue growing and evolving in response to life experiences.
Hint: a scientific word!
Neuroplasticity!