Goals
What is a goal?
Something you want to try to do or achieve.
An I-message begins with what 2 words
I feel
Yes/No? Is taking a drug a good way to deal with stress?
No
When you have a decision to make, the first thing to do is ____ and _____.
What is the chemical in vapes responsible for getting people addicted, speeding up your heart, and shrinking your blood vessels?
Nicotine
What is the first step in setting a goal?
Name it
Yes or No? Is this a good I-Message: "I feel angry when you spread rumors about me because they are not true. I want you to apologize."
Yes
How much screen time should you have in a day?
2 hours or less
What is peer pressure?
When someone who is about your age tries to get you to do something. Not all peer pressure is bad. Your friends could be pressuring you into trying out for a sport.
True or False. Medications are not dangerous or addictive because they are prescribed by a doctor to help people feel better.
False. Some medications can be just as dangerous as street drugs if not taken correctly or taken by someone not prescribed them.
Why is it important to set a goal?
Goals keep us on track on getting what we want. Goals also keep us from getting distracted from things that could us into trouble.
When telling someone no what type of communication should you use? Passive, Assertive, or Aggressive?
Assertive
Name three examples of how to relax.
Answers will vary, but may include exercise, talk to someone, take a walk, listen to music, take a bath, read a book, etc.
Name two good ways to deal with peer pressure.
Answers will vary, but may include: say no, walk away, a better idea, ignore, give an excuse, make up a white lie, tell them maybe next time
What is the legal age for drinking alcohol and why?
21, because the brain is not fully developed and can lead to addiction and long-term damage
There are two types of goals.
Short term and long term goals.
How do most people feel when they hear a You-Message?
Angry, hurt, defensive
Not all stress is bad. There is distress and eustress. Give two examples of each.
Distress- overwhelming school and demands, relationship issues, conflict, illnesses, financial problems
Eustress- going on a first date, riding a roller coaster, training for a marathon, starting a new job
Why is it important to think about decisions after you have made them?
Answers will vary, but should include a reference to learning from your choices. If you make a good decision, you will learn to do the same thing next time. If you made a poor decision, you will learn from your mistake.
Name three abilities that can be affected by drinking alcohol.
Speech, vision, coordination or balance, decision making.
Make Mrs. Lemon proud by reciting the 6 steps to setting a goal.
1 - Name it.
2 - Picture yourself reaching your goal.
3 - Say, "I Can!"
4 - Think how to do it
5 - Go for it
6 - Tell yourself, "Good Job!"
Your friend broke a promise to you. Use an I-Message to tell your friend how you feel.
Something like: I feel upset when you break your promise because I was counting on you. I want you to keep your promises.
An anonymous survey was given to some Ashland County students. They were asked if they had ever vaped before and if so, what was the number one reason why. What did 90% of them say?
To deal with stress/mental health/anxiety
What is the most important to weigh out when making a decision?
The consequences -- good and bad.
Name three consequences of smoking marijuana.
Heart beats faster, paranoia, addiction, lack of motivation towards goals, depth perception, memory loss, hallucinations, opens the door to other drugs, potentially laced with something more dangerous.