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a prolonged feeling of helplessness, hopelessness and sadness
depression
the condition of feeling uneasy or worried about what may happen
anxiety
skills that help an individual handle stress in a healthful, effective way
stress-management skills
a state of calm that can be reached if one or more relaxation techniques are practiced regularly
relaxation response
anything that causes stress
stressor
stress associated with long-term problems that are beyond a person’s control
chronic stress
the reaction of the body and mind to everyday challenges and demands
stress
is the ability to adapt effectively and recover from disappointment, difficulty or crisis
resiliency
conditions that shield individuals from negative consequences of exposure to risk
protective factors
the act of becoming aware through the sense
perception
a physical reaction that results from stress rather than from an injury or illness
psychosomatic response
Mental processes that protect individuals from strong or stressful emotions and situations
defense mechanism
List the two types of depression
reactive and major
4-7 times more likely
which form of depression is a medical condition
major depression
How might one demonstrate empathy to someone?
Listen attentively
What element is NOT defined as emotional and mental health?
compensation for your actions
How can guilt lead to positive change?
Guilt can motivate you to make some positive changes in your behavior
Four anger management techniques to use:
physical activity
encourage improvement