Social Health
Define "social health" in one sentence.
Ability to form satisfying interpersonal relationships and adapt in social situations... or something similar etc.
What does "abstinence" mean in the context of teen relationships?
Choosing not to engage in sexual activity.
Define "bullying."
Intentional, repeated aggressive behavior with power imbalance... etc. something similar
What does "emotional health" mean?
ability to understand, manage, and express emotions appropriately
Give one example of a common mental or emotional disorder in adolescence.
Example: depression, anxiety, ADHD
Name two ways strong social health can benefit a student's school life.
improved communication, more support, less stress, better teamwork, etc.
Name two benefits of delaying sexual activity until adulthood.
Name one difference between bullying and teasing.
Bullying is often repeated and often has power imbalance; teasing can be MUTUAL and playful... something similar, etc.
Name two healthy ways to cope with stress.
Coping: exercise, talk to someone, deep breathing, hobbies, etc.
Name two signs that someone might be experiencing depression.
Signs of depression: persistent sadness, loss of interest, changes in sleep/eating, fatigue
Explain what "peer pressure" is and give one example of positive peer pressure.
Peer pressure = influence from peers to behave in certain ways
Postive example: friends encouraging study or sports participation
What is consent? Give two KEY details of consent.
Consent = clear, voluntary agreement
Characteristics: informed, reversible, agreeable, etc.
List three actions a student can take if they witness cyberbulling.
Actions: report to adult, save evidence, block offender, support victim, etc.
Explain how sleep affects emotional health for teens.
Lack of sleep worsens mood, impairs focus and emotional regulation.
Explain the difference between sadness and clinical depression.
Sadness is temporary; clinical depression is persistent, affects daily functioning
List three traits of a healthy relationship.
Trust, respect, good ocmmunication, support, honesty, etc.
Describe one sign of a healthy dating relationship and one sign of an unhealthy relationship.
Healthy: mutual respect, communication
Unhealthy: control, isolation, disrespect
Explain why anonymous online posts can still cause real harm.
Anonymous posts still harm reputation, cause emotional distress, permanence online... something similar, etc.
Describe how journaling can help manage emotions.
Helps process feelings, identify patterns, and reduce stress.
List three ways to support a friend showing signs of an anxiety disorder.
Support: listen nonjudgmentally, encourage professional help, accompany to counseling, ensure safety.
Describe one strategy for expanding your social network in a new school without compromising values.
Volunteer, attend events, join clubs, etc. - PRESERVE VALUES.
Explain why abstinence is the only method that is 100% effective at preventing pregnancy and STI's.
Prevents the exchange of bodily fluids and therefore prevents both - thus resulting in the only 100% effectiveness.
Create a short plan (3 steps) a school could implement to reduce bullying incedents.
Plan: education, reporting system, clear consequences, support for victims, monitor online behavior, etc.
Explain how emotional triggers work and give an example of a trigger and a coping response.
Events that prompt strong emotional responses, etc.
Test anxiety > Coping: prepare, breathe, positive self-talk
Describe how mental health stigma can prevent teens from seeking help and one way to reduce that stigma.
Stigma causes shame, delays help-seeking; reduce by education, open dialogue, normalizing help.