Unit 1: Mental and Emotional Health - Apex Health Education Test Prep

What does a triangle have to do with your health?

Your health is represented by a triangle because it is made up of 3 parts: physical health, emotional and mental health, and social health. The triangle helps keep your health in balance and helps you stay well.

1.1.4 Quiz Question: What health consequence is most likely to result from alcohol abuse? a. Improved Sleep b. Liver damage c. Weight loss d. Diabetes

b. Liver damage

1.1.2 Quiz Question: good mental and emotional helath can be maintained by controlling one's ___________. a. age b. anxiety c. blood pressure d. weight

b. anxiety

Environmental factors such as ________________ can do serious damage to a person's physical health. a. advertising b. pollution c. heredity d. peer pressure

b. pollution

Schools can promote students' physical health by establishing programs to discourage _____________________. a. peer pressure b. teasing c. cheating d. romantic relationships e. social media use f. violence

f. violence

What is the function of the Reproductive System?

- (Pretty much reproduces and makes babies) The parts of the male and female reproductive systems work together as one human reproductive system. Sperm are produced by the male reproductive system, and it transfers them into the female reproductive system. The female reproductive system produces egg cells. It receives and transports sperm cells and, after sperm and egg cell fuse, supports the development of a baby.

Which of these are functions of the respiratory system? - Allows for the breathing in of oxygen - Removes carbon dioxide from the body - Releases hormones - Acts as a barrier to pathogens

- Allows for the breathing in of oxygen - Removes carbon dioxide from the body

What are the factors of social health?

- Communication - Network of peers and family members - Ability to handle conflict This concerns the condition of a person's relationships with others.

What are good habits and skills for maintaining your Social Health?

- Develop listening skills. - Develop communication skills. - Care for others. - Develop healthy relationships.

What are good habits and skills for maintaining your Physical Health?

- Exercise regularly - Eat a well-balanced diet - Practice good hygiene - Get plenty of sleep every night

What are some signs of good emotional health?

- Feeling confident in your abilities - Taking time to relax - Taking actions to reach your goals - Participating in hobbies - Sharing feelings with others - Taking responsibilities for your actions - Keeping promises

What are some signs of stress?

- Feeling nervous - Being afraid - Having difficultly sleeping - Crying or becoming angry often - Being anxious - Feeling exhausted - Eating too little or too much

What are the factors of a person's physical health?

- Food & nutrition - Exercise and movement - Sleep & rest - Injuries & illness This includes the presence or absence of disease or abnormality. It also includes one's ability to deal with the physical demands of daily living.

What is health literacy?

A person's understanding of his or her own health, as well as the ability to comprehend new information about health and medicine.

What are cumulative risks?

A series of risks can add up to do some real damage.

What is a risk behavior?

Actions that increase a person's chance of suffering an illness or injury.

What is health-promoting behavior?

An action that improves a person's health and reduces the risk of illness or injury.

What is impulse?

An immediate desire for something.

1.1.2 Quiz Question: Match each to the correct category: - External Influences - Internal Influences a. Your food choices influence your physical health. b. Your family influences your cultural beliefs, traditions, and customs.

External Influences - B Internal Influences - A

1.1.4 Quiz Question: True or False: A person should get as sleep little as possible. That's because sleep contributes to weight gain and reduces the time available for health-promoting behaviors.

False

What is the function of the Muscular System?

IMPORTANT: - The muscular system includes smooth, skeletal, and cardiac muscle. Smooth muscles are found in the walls of internal organs such as the stomach or blood vessels. These muscles are not under voluntary control. The skeletal muscles are attached to bones and are under voluntary control. Cardiac muscle is found only in the heart. The heart muscle is under involuntary control.

1.1.2 Quiz Question: Match to the correct category: - Signs of emotional health - Signs of social health - Signs of physical health a. Resolving conflicts b. Avoiding tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs c. Taking actions to reach your goals

Signs of emotional health - C Signs of social health - A Signs of physical health - B

What are organs?

Specialized structures that carry out a specific function in a living organism.

What is a coping strategy?

Techniques or behaviors a person uses to handle stress.

What is mental and emotional health?

The ability of a person to learn new ideas, tolerate differences, distinguish fantasy from reality, and appropriately control and express his or her feelings.

What is self-discipline?

The ability to resist impulses and consistently behave in healthful and positive ways.

What is delayed gratification?

The act of avoiding an immediately enjoyable behavior in the hopes of getting an even better reward at a later time.

What is physical health?

The condition of a living organism's body at a given time.

What is social health?

The condition of a person's relationships with others.

What are the 3 parts of a person's health?

Their (1) physical health, (2) their mental and emotional health, (3) and their social health.

1.1.2 Quiz Question: True or False: If an ad for a health product make unreasonable and suspicious health claims, its main purpose is probably to make you buy the product.

True

1.1.4 Quiz Question: True or False: A person who exercises self disciple is taking a step toward improving his or her health.

True

What is the function of the Skin System?

- Helps maintain homeostasis in the body - Acts as a barrier to pathogens - Protects tissues and organs - Helps regulate body temperature. - Contains sensory receptors that respond to heat, cold, touch, and pressure. The skin, including hair, nails, sweat glands, and oil glands.

What is the function of the Urinary System?

- In order to maintain homeostasis of body fluids, the kidneys filter the blood and eliminate wastes from it. - Each kidney is attached to a ureter, a tube that leads to the urinary bladder where urine is stored. The organs of the urinary system include the two kidneys, a pair of ureters, the urinary bladder, and the urethra.

What are good habits and skills for maintaining your Emotional and Mental Health?

- Learn new skills and information. - Be patient with yourself. - Accept new ideas. - Find activities that you enjoy. - Take responsibility for your actions.

What are some different types of behavior that relate to mental and emotional health?

- Mediating to relax - Taking deep breaths when worried - Stressing out before a test

1.1.2 Quiz Question: Which 3 components contribute to the state of complete health? - Public health - Mental and Emotional Health - Physical Health - Social Health

- Mental and Emotional Health - Physical Health - Social Health

What is the function of the Nervous System?

- Monitors cellular homeostatic activities by checking the blood for chemical changes and hormone levels. - Monitors environmental changes through sensory organs. It responds to homeostatic changes by stimulating muscle activity and the release of hormones. The nervous system is the control center of the body.

Which of these are functions of the skeletal system? - Monitors environmental changes - Produces red and white blood cells - Maintains body temperature - Removes phosphorus from the body - Allows for movement - Provides support for organs

- Produces red and white blood cells - Allows for movement - Provides support for organs

What is the function of the Immune System?

- Protects the body from foreign substances and cells by producing an immune response. It includes the thymus, spleen, lymph nodes, bone marrow, macrophages, lymphocytes, and antibodies.

What is the function of the Skeletal System?

- Provides structure and support for softer tissues and organs within the body. - Provides a place for muscles to attach, enabling movement. Bones store calcium and phosphorus. Red and white blood cells are produced in bone marrow. The skeletal system includes the skull and the bones of the back and the chest, as well as the bones associated with the limbs.

Which of these are functions of the nervous system? - Supplies oxygen to cells - Releases hormones - Monitors chemical changes in the blood - Produces white blood cells

- Releases hormones - Monitors chemical changes in the blood

What are some different types of behavior that relate to physical health?

- Riding a bike - Sleeping eight hours a night - Eating a balanced diet

What are all of the body systems?

- Skeletal System - Nervous System - Immune System - Cardiovascular System - Urinary System - Endocrine System - Digestive System - Respiratory System - Reproductive System - Muscular System - Skin System

Which of these are types of muscle? - Smooth - Endocrine - Cardiac - Skeletal - Respiratory

- Smooth - Cardiac - Skeletal

What are the factors of a person's mental and emotional health?

- Stress - Anxiety - Anger - Self-image This includes a person's ability to learn new ideas and handle change. It also involves the ability to distinguish fantasy from reality and appropriately express one's feelings.

What is the function of the Cardiovascular System?

- The cardiovascular and respiratory systems work together to supply oxygen to and remove carbon dioxide from the cells. - They also play roles in water balance, pH regulation, and maintenance of body temperature.

What is the function of the Digestive System?

- The digestive system works with the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems to supply cells with nutrients. - Food is broken down into nutrients in the gastrointestinal tract and absorbed by blood and lymph for delivery to the cells. - Aids in maintaining water balance.

What is the function of the Endocrine System?

- The endocrine system is made up of glands found throughout the body that release endocrine secretions called hormones into the bloodstream. - Hormones help to control bodily metabolic activity. Endocrine glands include the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenals, islets of Langerhans, ovaries, and testes.

Which of these are endocrine glands? - Pharynx - Thyroid - Alveoli - Pituitary

- Thyroid - Pituitary

What is the function of the Respiratory System?

- Used for breathing in oxygen and getting rid of carbon dioxide. - Air is taken into your body through the nose or mouth and flows into the pharynx and larynx down the windpipe or trachea into two bronchi branching into the two lungs. - The gas exchange between the air and blood occurs in the thousands of thin-walled sacs of the lungs called alveoli.

What are some different types of behavior that relate to social health?

- Visiting family - Meeting new friends - Talking with classmates

List 5 Health-Promoting Behaviors.

1. Diet - (eating a diet rich in whole grains, protein, fruits, and vegetables helps the body function properly) 2. Activity - (regular exercise helps your muscles, bones, and organs (including your heart) remain strong and healthy) 3. Weight - (maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise benefits your entire body) 4. Sleep - (healthful sleep habits can improve your physical and emotional well-being, and give you energy to get through the day) 5. Cut down on Risk-Taking Behaviors - (making healthy decisions can often be out-weighed if you stick to risk-taking behaviors; cutting down on bad habits can go a long way)

Name 7 influences on your health.

1. Family - (can influence what you eat, the level of stress you have, your health insurance, hereditary traits, diseases, musical and athletic abilities, etc.) 2. Peers/Friends - (can influence bad decisions life smoking, drinking; can influence you to eat nutritious food, get good grades, etc.) 3. School and Community - (can influence better health by making health more accessible, can help build and better environment with little violence, etc.) 4. Technology - (can prevent illnesses, diagnosis diseases, and help the disabled, etc.) 5. Individual Responsibility - (can control what you want to eat, how much exercise and sleep you get, and whether you receive adequate health care.) 6. Environment - (incudes climate and air quality where you live, how accessible health care is, the amount of crime and illegal activity in your neighborhood, etc.) 7. Media - (what commercials claim are good and whether the public buys it, the truthfulness of products, etc.)

What are 4 reasons people take risks?

1. Ignorance - (many people ignore the dangerous of risky behaviors) 2. Conformity - (some people take risky behaviors to "fit in") 3. Excitement - (many people the risks for the rush they get from it) 4. Impulse - (many people take risk because they didn't think of the consequences)

What are the 4 main categories that can influence your physical health?

1. Lifestyle Choices - (how much you exercise, the foods you eat, how much you sleep, whether you use tobacco, drugs, alcohol, etc.) 2. Biology and Genetics - (diseases or traits that have been passed down through family members, disabilities you were born with, etc.) 3. Environment - (climate, air pollution, and harmful substances in foods) 4. Health Care - (how often you visit the doctors, if you follow medical advice, etc.)

What are 3 things you can do to ensure good social health?

1. Relationships With Others - (maintain strong relationship with trustworthy and supportive family, friends, peers, and co-workers, etc.) 2. Dealing With Conflicts - (being able to resolve conflicts and use refusal skills, etc.) 3. Communication Skills - (learn how to express your feelings, develop listening skills, build trusting relationships, build self-esteem etc.)

What are 5 examples of risk-taking behaviors?

1. Unhealthful Diet - (can often lead to health problems, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease) 2. Lack of Physical Activity - (can lead to a greater risk of obesity, heart attacks, strokes, cancer, and mental health issues) 3. Alcohol, Tobacco, and other Drug Use - (can lead to cancer, impairments in people's motor skills, addiction, and increases the likelihood of reckless behavior while under the influence) 4. Sexual Behaviors - (can lead to unintended pregnancies, and risk of transmission or infection of STDs) 5. Dangerous Situations - (can lead to death or injury, imprisonment, etc.)

What is a body system?

A group of organs that work together to perform related functions.

What is stress?

A mental state consisting of strong feelings of anxiety, worry, or even anger caused by problematic events in one's life.

What is self-image?

A person's conception or mental image of him or herself.

What is health?

A person's overall physical, mental, and social condition. Not just the absence of disease or "feeling sick."

How do the 3 parts of the health triangle work together to ensure good health?

Your physical health affect your emotions. Your emotions affect how you socialize with friends. Your social network influences how physically you are. When your body is not in balance, may feel unmotivated, sad, and stressed. This can limit the activities your engage in and your desire to connect with others socially. To maintain wellness it is important to keep the three parts of the health triangle and balance.

1.1.4 Quiz Question: Which of the following is an example of a risk behavior? a. Eating sugary cereal for breakfast b. Riding a bike after school c. Quitting smoking tobacco d. Practicing delayed gratification

a. Eating sugary cereal for breakfast

1.1.4 Quiz Question: Which benefit does a community experience when its members have a high level of health literacy? a. People will likely spend less money on medical services. b. People will likely spend more time reading books. c. People are more likely to abuse recreational drugs. d. People are less physically fit and productive.

a. People will likely spend less money on medical services.

1.1.2 Quiz Question: The ______ is a group of organs used for breathing in oxygen and getting rid of carbon dioxide. a. Respiratory system b. Endocrine system c. Urinary system d. Immune system

a. Respiratory system

Which of the following is an example of health-promoting behavior? a. Running on a treadmill b. Acting on impulses c. Getting as little sleep as possible d. Drinking alcohol

a. Running on a treadmill

A community can influence its members' _______________ health by establishing public meeting places and funding community events. a. social b. emotional c. mental d. physical

a. social

1.1.4 Quiz Question: Which statement describes a person making a risky health decision as a result if an impulse? a. A teenager avoids exercise because he doesn't think its necessary for people his age. b. A student begins smoking cigarettes because many of her classmates smoke. c. A student eats 5 pieces of cake because he can't resist its delicious taste. d. A teenager texts while driving because she doesn't realize that it can be dangerous.

c. A student eats 5 pieces of cake because he can't resist its delicious taste.

1.1.2 Quiz Question: Which of these most directly impacts a person's physical health? a. Personal relationships b. Number of friends c. Amount of Sleep d. Where you live

c. Amount of Sleep

1.1.4 Quiz Question: Which of the following actions is a person most likely to take if he or she has a high level of self-discipline? a. Going dancing instead of studying for a test b. Watching TV instead of exercising c. Avoiding recreational drugs instead of using them d. Reading magazines all night instead of sleeping

c. Avoiding recreational drugs instead of using them

1.1.4 Quiz Question: A woman who runs 2 miles every day is affecting her health in which way? a. By putting herself at risk of a stroke or heart attack b. By reducing the number of hour she needs to sleep c. By keeping her bones and muscles strong d. By increasing her level of impulsiveness

c. By keeping her bones and muscles strong

1.1.2 Quiz Question: You talk about your ideas and feelings and listen to theirs explain theirs. What type of health skills are described in this statement? a. Refusal skills b. Conflict resolution skills c. Communication skills d. Stress management skills

c. Communication skills

1.1.2 Quiz Question: ______________ is the process by which biological parents pass traits such as hair type or eye color to their children. These traits may affect their well-being and health. a. Culture b. Custom c. Heredity d. Tradition

c. Heredity

1.1.4 Quiz Question: Which statement best describes the relationship between self-discipline and health? a. Self-discipline improves people's health by helping them act on their impulses. b. Self-discipline allows people to take risks without having health consequences. c. Self-discipline leads to dangerous habits that can permanently damage a person's health. d. Self-discipline help people make healthful decisions even when there are easier ways.

d. Self-discipline help people make healthful decisions even when there are easier ways.