Food
These foods improve gut health which can lead to improved moods. The probiotics in these foods help increase levels of serotonin.
Fermented food (yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, kombucha)
This calming neurotransmitter is essential for feelings of self worth and happiness. Low amounts of it can cause depression and other mood disorders.
Serotonin
Putting away screens at least this amount of time before bed can improve sleep quantity and quality.
1 hour
This type of movement can be either dynamic or static and is important to do before and after a workout
Stretching
This wellness domain might challenge people to watch a documentary, read a book, or try out a new hobby!
Intellectual Wellness
High in omega-3/6s, this food is good for heart and brain health. Studies have also shown the omega-3/6s to decrease symptoms of depression.
Fatty fish (Salmon, Mackerel, Sardines, Herring, Trout, Tuna, Anchovies)
When it comes to stimulating reward and pleasure centers in the brain, this neurotransmitter is essential. Without enough of it, you might have trouble with motivation, concentration, energy, and memory.
Dopamine
This substance has sedative properties to fall asleep faster, however, it significantly harms the quality of sleep and reduces REM sleep which can leave you feeling groggy the following day.
Alcohol and/or Marijuana
Name three ways to exercise while also socially engaging with peers
You are probably correct
This skill requires responding and reflecting to another person what you heard them feeling
Empathy
Packed with antioxidants, this food is high in compounds that help combat stress.
Berries
The brain's lifelong ability to adapt, grow, and reorganize its neural networks is called this
Neuroplasticity
Making up about 25% of adult sleep, this sleep stage can be characterized by temporary muscle paralysis and vivid dreaming
REM (Rapid Eye Movement)
Exercise can release these "feel good" brain chemicals that improve sense of wellbeing
Endorphins
Slipping grades, declining self-care, and self isolation can be signs or symptoms of what common experience?
Distress
High in flavonoids, this "feel good" food will increase blood flow to the brain and reduce inflammation.
Dark Chocolate
Sometimes called "Mother Nature's Xanax," this neurotransmitter helps reduce anxiety. When it is too high, you might feel sluggish.
GABA (Gamma-aminobutyric acid)
During this phase of sleep, your breathing and heart rate have slowed. This is when you tissue regenerates and your body releases essential hormones.
Deep Sleep (Slow-wave sleep or Stage 3)
The average person is recommended to drink at least this many cups of water per day
4-6 cups
"I already know she thinks I'm dumb because she gave a giant sigh when I participated in class." Is an example of what thinking trap or cognitive distortion?
Mind reading
A study found that a moderate intake of this food group resulted in a 23% reduction in symptoms of depression and anxiety due its tryptophan that produces serotonin.
Nuts and seeds (Almonds, cashews, peanuts, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds)
Excessive amounts of this activity among adults can cause a thinning of the cerebral cortex, a part of the brain responsible for cognitive functions like decision making and problem-solving
Screen time
For every hour you're awake during the day, you need this amount of time asleep to process the new information you've learned.
A half hour
The CDC recommends the average adult aim for this many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week
150 minutes per week (or 75 minutes of vigorous activity)
What are the five steps of cognitive remediation? (Name at least three)