Wellness
What is wellness?
The overall state of being healthy in your body, mind, and relationshipswith others.
What is communication?
The process of sending and receiving messages between people.
What is personality?
The combination of traits, characteristics, and behaviors that make each person unique.
What is stress?
The body's physical and emotional response to a challenge, demand,or difficult situation.
What is depression?
A mental health condition that can cause persistent sadness,hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities.
What are the eight dimensions of wellness?
Physical, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, finical, occupational and environmental wellness.
What is an example of nonverbal communication?
Facial expressions, body language, gestures, and eye contact.
What is the difference between introversion and extroversion?
Introverts often recharge by spending time alone, while extroverts often gain energy from interacting with others.
Name one physical symptom of stress.
Headaches, muscle tension, stomach aches, increased heart rate, or sweating.
Name two possible warning signs of depression in teenagers.
Persistent sadness, withdrawing from friends, changes in sleeping habits, loss of interest in activities, or difficulty concentrating.
What is one example of emotional wellness?
Recognizing your feelings, managing emotions in healthy ways,and asking for help when needed.
What does active listening mean?
Giving someone your full attention, listening carefully, and showingthat you understand what they aresaying.
What are two factors that can influence a person's personality?
Genetics and environment, including family, culture, and life experiences.
What is the difference between positive stress and negative stress?
Positive stress can motivate you to accomplish goals, while negative stress can overwhelm you and negatively affect your health.
True or False: Depression is a sign of weakness.
False. Depression is a real health condition and is not a sign of weakness.
How can setting personal goals improve your overall wellness?
Goals give you direction, motivation, and a sense of accomplishmentwhile encouraging healthy habits.
What is an I-statement? Give an example.
An I-statement expresses your feelings without blaming someoneelse. Example: "I feel frustrated when I am interrupted."
What are the three elements of self-esteem?
How a person views, values, and feels about themselves.
Name three healthy ways to manage stress.
Exercise, deep breathing, getting enough sleep, journaling, listening to music, or talking to someone you trust.
What should you do if a friend tells you they are thinking about suicide?
Take them seriously, listen without judgment, tell a trusted adult immediately, and help them connect with professional support. Never promise to keep suicidal thoughts a secret.
A teenager exercises regularly but gets very little sleep,avoids friends, and struggles to manage theiremotions. Which dimensions of wellness might need improvement, and why?
Social, emotional, and physical wellness. Lack of sleep affects physical health, isolation affects social health, and difficulty managing emotions affects emotional health.
You disagree with a friend but want to avoid an argument.What communication skill should you use?
Assertive communication. You should express your opinion respectfully, listen to the other person, and remain calm.
How can understanding your personality help you makehealthier decisions?
It helps you recognize your strengths, weaknesses, emotions, and behaviors so you can make decisions that support your well-being.
A student has three tests, a sports game, and family responsibilities all in one day. What are two healthy ways they could manage their stress?
Prioritize responsibilities, create a schedule, take breaks, practice relaxation techniques, and ask for help when needed.
A student says, "Everyone would be better off without me."What should you do, and why is it important to ask directly if they are thinking about suicide?
Take the statement seriously, calmly ask if they are thinking about suicide, stay with them if they are in immediate danger, and get help from a trusted adult or mental health professional. Asking directly about suicide does not put the idea into someone's head.